If you want stronger glutes, hamstrings and back muscles (and who wouldn’t?), then you should be doing kettlebell swings, expert trainers say. “It’s also a great exercise for core strength,” adds Jennifer Novak, MS, a strength and conditioning coach and owner of Peak Symmetry. “Research has suggested that kettlebell swings can augment key athletic skills such Read More »

Foam rolling has become increasingly popular for improving mobility, preventing injury, boosting performance and helping you recover from exercise. Tightness and adhesions (or “knots”) in your body’s tissue are a natural response to exercise, injury and lifestyle. Foam rolling is a form of self-myofascial release: a stretching technique for treating muscle stiffness and pain. It improves the gliding of the body’s Read More »

If you’re just getting started, weight loss and adopting a healthier lifestyle can seem expensive. After all, you’ll likely want to invest in new workout gear, a gym membership and a fridge full of healthy staples. Before you stretch your budget beyond your means, “it’s important to consider which purchases make the greatest impact on your weight-loss goals,” says Eric Bowling, a Read More »