A great workout will give you a burst of energy and loads of feel-good endorphins, but it goes hand-in-hand with a proper cooldown. In a busy, fast-paced, and high-stress world, sometimes we can barely squeeze in that workout, let alone a cooldown! Related: Cardio Cooldown Stretches The reality is, a cooldown is more than a…
Now that we’re in the midst of Spring cleaning everything possible, it’s time to set our sights on our running shoes. It’s important to note that although the washing machine may be an alluring avenue, the regular cycle is typically not gentle enough for performance footwear, and can damage if not destroy your expensive and…
In my first-ever personal training session last week, I gained a surprising piece of information from my trainer: group fitness classes can easily cause injury, and it’s more common than you think. When chatting with Equinox personal trainer Kyle Panela, we dove into my fitness background, which for years has primarily consisted of studio and…
After an intense run or indoor cycling class, your tired muscles are screaming for some love. Here are six must-do moves to target all the tight areas of the body, increasing flexibility, preventing injury, and reducing next-day soreness. Tipover Tuck Targets: hamstrings, lower back, chest, shoulders Stand with your feet hips-width distance apart. Inhale to…
Whether you’re a trail runner, an ultramarathoner, or just starting out on your first few runs in your neighborhood, shin splints are one of those universal woes that many of us have experienced. I remember just days before my third half-marathon, I was going for an easy but hilly run in my hometown to warm…
Elise A. Miller is the author of Star Craving Mad, and her new satirical romance novel, Tracing the Bones, is out in June. Elise is also a kettlebell instructor in Philadelphia, PA. I was at the pool with my son the other day when a woman – in her 40s like me – said, “I…
When it comes to learning how to use your core, nothing beats going back to basics with the bird dog. This simple exercise, also known as quadruped, is a staple in every physical therapist’s and personal trainer’s tool bag for teaching core stability by engaging the abdominals and back muscles simultaneously. It’s easier to feel…
Love them or loathe them, squats are one of the most effective exercises you can do. It’s very important, however, that you do them just right to maximize effectiveness and prevent injury. Squats are also highly versatile: you can do them anywhere – even while brushing your teeth. Multitask by adding bicep curls and other…
Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Kat Borchart It’s no secret that running can be really, really hard on your knees. Those who love running (myself included) can often overlook knee pain or simply try to ignore it. Proper recovery is important, but did you know there are exercises – butt-based exercises – you can do…
Headed to a tropical escape or perhaps just your local watering hole? Those festive warm-weather libations are a staple of Spring vacationing, and while they’re truly delicious (I personally could never turn down a fresh piña colada, especially on a beach), the calories can add up quickly, essentially undoing any hard work you put into…
