Muscle scraping tools offer a different type of soft tissue mobilization that can’t be accomplished by hand. Sidekick is bringing workout recovery to a whole new level with an affordable line of muscle scraping tools, that you can use at home, to address problem areas. Check out my detailed first-hand Sidekick tool review for the […]
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Do you have bad posture? Have you tried everything to “fix” your posture, but nothing seems to work? Unfortunately, there’s no quick magical solution. But, if you focus on three important things, you can improve your posture by building healthy habits that stick. Plus, learn some of the most effective physical therapy exercises for posture
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If you have chronic knee pain or sensitive knees, you may be concerned about your ability to participate in a consistent yoga practice (or any fitness routine for that matter). You might even be wondering if practicing yoga will leave you feeling worse?! Fear not. One of the great things about yoga is the ability
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Sciatica is a widely accepted catch-all term that people use to describe pain in the back and hip, radiating down the back of the leg. It may surprise you to learn that sciatica itself is not a diagnosis; it’s a symptom (with several possible causes). When you have sciatica, it feels like everyone is a doctor,
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2020 brought a shift to telework for many. Sitting increased and activity decreased, putting you at a greater risk for hip flexor pain and tightness. If you’ve ever found yourself asking why are my hip flexors so tight, then this article is for you. Hint: more stretching won’t fix the problem. To fix tight
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One of the biggest questions about foam rolling (other than which exercises are the best?) is how to choose the right foam roller for your sore muscles. You’d think it would be easy, but so many choices leave you with analysis paralysis. What size foam roller should I buy? That depends on a few different
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You don’t need much to get started with fitness, but some workout must-haves that will make your life easier. Don’t worry; I’ve made it easy for you with this list of the best gym bag essentials so you can get off your phone and start your workout! Proper footwear for your activities Did you know
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Cardio is hardio. For real, exercise is uncomfortable. It’s no wonder so many people don’t like it. Unfortunately, no one is handing out healthy lifestyles for binging on Netflix or surfing your Facebook feed. Bummer. Whether it feels like it or not, our bodies crave movement. I love exercise. I love how it makes me
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If you’ve ever found yourself sliding around in downward facing dog, then you’ll want to read this article! Today, we’re talking about the best yoga mats for sweaty hands. Yoga mats have come a long way in recent years. I remember rolling into my first class with my $19.99 yoga mat. (There’s nothing wrong with a
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Mobility exercises are having a moment right now, but they’re not exactly a new concept. Physical therapists have been addressing mobility for years, but now the fitness industry has gotten a hold of it, so it’s the new sliced bread. No doubt, you’ve seen cool kids in the gym aggressively foam rolling and wielding PVC
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