Belly fat is not good. It can increase the risk of many health issues, such as heart disease, diabetes, cancer, stroke, high blood pressure, sleep apnea, dementia, metabolic disorders, kidney problems ...

Let me hit you with a very controversial health statement: Stretching is just as important, if not more important, than your workout. Okay, that might not seem controversial, but you would think so ...

In this game-changing guide, you’ll find 75 Pilates-inspired stretches designed around daily movements. For the first week of the plan, you’ll start with bed stretches and then work your way to ...

As simple as it sounds, Lindsay Kee’s revamped exercise routine began with standing up to take the dog out. She decided to do a few standing stretches before leaving, and did some squats or jumping ...

Stretching your muscles is always important, but it becomes especially essential as you age and naturally lose some of your flexibility. If you’re looking to stay limber in middle age, stretching each ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Pain doesn’t have to be permanent—these stretches can help! Prevention’s Stretch Away Pain shows you how ...

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