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Getting a massage is not always an affordable option to relieve sore muscles. I use The Stick at home but when I'm on the go it's not something I can take with me. Because of its size, a tennis ball provides on the spot muscle relief wherever you are. Here's how I've been using mine: For leg muscles I sit down on the floor with my legs outstretched and place the ball underneath myself where Read more
I run and bike regularly, so my hamstrings are always tight. That's why I do forward bends daily to stretch them out. What about you? Which Part of Your Body Needs to Be Stretched the Most? My hamstrings. My hips. My neck and shoulders. My back. My calves. A different area — I'll tell you which one below. Read more
The rowing machine can be intimidating, but once you get the hang of it, it's an effective way to spice up your cardio routine. But while the rowing machine, also called an ergometer, is a calorie buster (about 280 calories in 30 minutes for an 130-pound woman) and a good leg and core workout, improper form can lead to back injuries if you're not careful. Read on for our tips on proper rowing Read more
We love running and yoga. We actually find that these two forms of exercise are quite complementary. Yoga is perfect for stretching out all those muscles worked, and often overworked, while pounding the pavement. To ensure that your body can handle all the miles, Kimberly Fowler, founder of Yoga For Athletes, suggests adding these five yoga poses to your weekly fitness routine. This short series Read more
Whether you're a beginner or have a few marathons under your belt, every runner can benefit from a little extra training. Here are four techniques to incorporate into weekly workouts that will make you stronger, faster, and more efficient on your feet. Intervals Running at a consistent pace is great for longer training runs, but make workouts more intense by doing intervals. By alternating Read more
Consumers have a tendency of falling for the next big health gimmick. Save your money on health duds with these Business Insider tips. No matter how many times we're told otherwise, Americans' obsession with get-healthy-quick schemes will likely never die. Too bad most of these fads aren't worth their weight in salt — or your hard-earned dollars. We've put together a list of some of the worst Read more
Beyond just doing cardio outside, celebrate Spring (and Arbor Day) by getting your stretch on in the fresh air: a tree makes a perfect prop for targeting tight muscles. Learn some basic stretches in this slideshow, and if you're stuck inside, you can still do these stretches using a wall. Read more
Ryan Gosling stopped by a friend's house in North Hollywood yesterday in a tight, white t-shirt that showed off his impressive biceps. The actor, who is back in the States after a few months in Thailand filming his latest movie Only God Forgives, originally touched down stateside in NYC for a brief stay before returning to California. Ryan is reportedly still dating Eva Mendes, whom he met on the Read more
It's getting hot out there, which means many of you are busting out the bathing suits, crop tops, and waist-skimming bottoms. If you're not quite ready to bare your midriff, we've got just the thing for you! Here are seven ab-focused workouts that'll have your tummy tight and toned by the time Summer rolls around. We are all about total-body workouts, but sometimes it's nice to give a little Read more
We love that yoga lengthens tight muscles while also toning them. The ancient practice focuses the breath and clears the mind. And it can also be a great workout! Try this 10-minute yoga flow series created by celeb yoga instructor Ursula Vari to work your legs and abs while keeping your heart rate up. Grab a mat, press play, and get your yoga on. Read more
