Static Stretching Before a Run May be Making You a Slower Runner – Try This Warmup Instead

You just got a new pair of running shoes, you’ve made a Grammy-worthy playlist, and now you’re ready to pound the pavement. But before you jump into that 30-minute run, you’ve got to make sure your muscles and joints are warmed up and ready for the impact in order to prevent injury and to have…

Reentry Anxiety Is Real – Why You May Experience It as Stay-at-Home Measures Ease

When the coronavirus stay-at-home orders began in March, most people’s lives changed in immeasurable ways. At the time, we were bombarded with (admittedly, very helpful) advice on how to cope with anxiety, should we experience it during this time of social distancing and sheltering in place. But with restrictions slowly starting to ease in many…

Weak Abs Could Be Causing You Back Pain – Here's How to Get a Strong and Stable Core

You’ve probably heard trainers talk about getting a strong and stable core during your favorite workout classes (and on social media), but you may be wondering what exactly they mean and why a stable core is important. To help you better understand why a strong and stable core is important, we reached out to the…

This Workout Is the Perfect Combo of Strength and Cardio, and You Don't Need Any Equipment

High-intensity interval training (HIIT) has been around for years and is one of our favorite ways to train. Essentially, you perform short intervals of an exercise at an intense level followed by an even shorter rest period. HIIT is great for the days when you want to get both your strength and cardio training in,…