Mobility exercise enhances joint flexibility, reduces your risk of injuries, and improves overall movement efficiency. As greatly beneficial as this form of exercise is, I am guilty of not factoring ...
Recent research highlights the critical importance of hip mobility in maintaining overall physical health and performance. As a central point of movement, the hips play an essential role in daily ...
If you’re like us, you probably spend a good portion of your day sitting down. The result? Stiffness and pain in your hips. That’s where hip mobility exercises come in. With the right stretches, ...
This article was reviewed by Craig Primack, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA. If you’ve been dealing with hip pain or tight hips, you’re not alone. It’s a common issue that can be caused by commonplace things, ...
Hip mobility is a funny thing — we know it’s good for us, but many of us avoid it (or at least don’t do it enough) anyway. A bit like taking vitamins or drinking matcha, you’re either in or you’re out ...
Hip tightness can affect your whole body. Simple exercises can help you move more easily. By Alyssa Ages When Ian Root was in his early 20s, he began having persistent hip pain. His construction job — ...
Hip mobility allows for efficient movement patterns, reduces the risk of imbalances and injuries, supports proper alignment, ...
With so many ways to exercise, and so many things to focus your workouts on (leg day, fixing back pain, stronger arms, etc.), mobility is easy to overlook when planning your workouts. However, it's ...
Running occurs in three planes: sagittal (front/back), frontal (side-to-side), and transverse (left/right rotation.) Efficient, healthy running happens when your joints are able to move freely through ...
When it comes to your hip flexors, you’re likely focused on stretching them. However, with this critical muscle group, there’s a key element you’re probably neglecting: strength-building. Hip flexor ...