How low can you go? The benefits of squatting like a toddler
Squats are a staple of most workout routines (especially on leg days), but what about a deep resting squat? That isn't always a go-to, but it should be. "The deep resting squat, or as some people call it, the deep bodyweight squat, is the position where your hips and glutes are below your knees Read More...
This is how much you need to stretch to combat winter stiffness
It’s no surprise that during the winter months—when we’re bracing ourselves against the unforgiving cold and brisk wind—that our bodies feel even stiffer than usual. Jeff Brannigan, program director at New York City-based stretching and mobility studio Stretch*d, says that the winter Read More...
Stay present and mindful with these four strategies
A Harvard study on mindfulness found that people spend half of their waking hours thinking about something other than the present moment. Whether that’s an argument with a friend last week or a daunting work project for the next, we all have a nasty habit of neglecting the present moment right in Read More...
This huge health benefit will motivate you to stretch every day
Stretching is great for your mobility and helps prevent injury, but did you know it can also help lower blood pressure? A new study published in the Journal of Physical Activity and Health found that stretching for just 30 minutes, five days a week can reduce hypertension and lower blood Read More...
Three bad posture habits and exercises to correct them
Looking at our phones, driving, and adjusting to new work from home set-ups can all take a toll on our posture. Most of us could do with improved posture, but changing the way you sit is no easy task. Here are three of the most common bad posture habits and exercises to correct these back-bending Read More...
Use these 3 simple ocular stretches to help keep your eyes in good shape
Whether from a big workout, a long day at work, or a new activity, we've all experienced muscle fatigue. And like all muscles in the body, the small muscles of the eyes get tired from overuse. Eyes can become especially exhausted and stressed out from having to sit in an office and look at a screen Read More...