Fitness

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The Procrastinator’s Guide to Staying Limber: Simple Stretches for Your Daily Routine

Fitness

4 MIN. READ

Let’s face it: we’ve all become masters of procrastination. We’ll find a million reasons not to do something, even something as simple as a gentle stretch. Maybe we think we don’t have the time, the energy, or the impressive flexibility of a professional gymnast. But the truth is, you don’t [...]

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Reverse Your Routine: The Surprising Benefits of Walking Backward

Fitness

4 MIN. READ

For most of our lives, we’ve walked forward without a second thought. But what if the key to a better, more effective workout was to simply reverse course? A new trend is sweeping social media, and while it might look a little strange, walking backward—or “retro-walking”—is a powerful, low-impact exercise [...]

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Walking Is Great. But Is It Enough To Meet Your Fitness Goals?

Fitness

4 MIN. READ

We often think of walking as just a way to get from one place to another—a mindless activity that fills the gaps in our day. But what if we told you it’s one of the most powerful and accessible forms of exercise you can do? Experts are now urging us [...]

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More Than a Warm-Up: The Surprising Secret to Stretching as You Age

Fitness

3 MIN. READ

When did we stop stretching? Not just before or after that kickboxing class you love, but in our daily lives? Once upon a time, we probably bent over to tie our shoes without a grunt, reached for the top shelf without a wobble, and got up from a chair without [...]

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Forget Gym Trends: Is This Simple Move the Key to Better Posture?

Fitness

4 MIN. READ

We all love watching babies happily stretching out during “tummy time” – it’s incredibly cute, and crucial for their development. This simple activity helps them build strength for sitting, crawling, and eventually walking. The American Academy of Pediatrics even recommends it for infants just days old, starting with short bursts [...]

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Ditch the Treadmill: Why Japanese Walking is the Hottest Fitness Hack

Fitness

3 MIN. READ

Are you tired of the same old walking routine? Does the idea of logging endless miles at a steady pace sound, well, boring? You’re not alone. The great news is there’s a simple, non-technical approach to walking that’s shaking up fitness routines and delivering big results. It’s called Japanese walking—and [...]

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