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What’s Up With the Weird Routines Tennis Players Do Before a Serve?
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Why Are So Many Women Athletes Tearing Their ACLs Now?
On June 7, Chicago Sky veteran Courtney Vandersloot was driving to the basket, hoping to score against the Indiana Fever.…
10 Inner-Thigh Exercises to Target and Strengthen Your Adductors
For many folks, adductor exercises are a neglected part of strength training. Unlike other lower-body players—like the glutes, quads, and…
6 Common Nutrition Habits Sports Dietitians Think Are Wrecking Your Workouts
You slip on the fastest sneaks, consistently drag your butt to 6 a.m. spin class, and never skip post-exercise stretching.…
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I’m a Personal Trainer, and These Are the Exercises That Help Me Manage My Chronic Back Pain
Ten years ago Alex Levine, now 36, was diagnosed with ankylosing spondylitis, a form of axial spondyloarthritis. At that point…
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Eating disorders are often associated with a history of body image issues, strict dieting, or an obsession with weight. But…
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Diabetes, particularly Type 2 diabetes, is a chronic condition that affects millions worldwide. Managing it effectively requires a holistic approach:…
34 Core Exercises Top Trainers Swear By
Your core is way more than your abs–just like the best core exercises go beyond sit-ups, crunches, and planks.The thing…
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Picture this: You’re in the middle of a great morning workout, coasting alongside the water, when all of a sudden…
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