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Discover the key to staying healthy and fit with our exercise and fitness advice. Read on for expert tips and information on how to stay in shape and feel your best!

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June 28, 2024/Exercise & Fitness

Stretching Before or After Exercise: Which Is Better?

Stretch before and after your workouts for maximum benefits, but your pre-workout stretches should be different from your post-workout stretches

Person using rowing machine in home gym
June 27, 2024/Exercise & Fitness

Catch, Drive, Finish and Recover! The Top 7 Benefits of Rowing Machines

This low-impact, full-body workout builds strength and stamina while reducing stress

Person doing a Bulgarian-split squat outside
June 17, 2024/Exercise & Fitness

10 Squat Variations To Add to Your Workout

Bulgarian split squats, hack squats and goblet squats are just a few of the moves you can try

Person in a deep squat
June 13, 2024/Exercise & Fitness

Here’s the Right Way To Do a Squat

Squat smart with proper technique, including a neutral spine, wide knees and an engaged core

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People in gym doing cool down stretches
June 10, 2024/Exercise & Fitness

Why You Shouldn’t Skip Cool Down Exercises

This important step gives your body time to return to its resting state while reducing muscle cramps, dizziness and injury

Person walking dog and person running in a park, with person sitting on a bench
June 5, 2024/Exercise & Fitness

Walking vs. Running: Which Is Better for You?

The short answer? The best exercise is the one you’ll actually do

Hand holding cellphone with walking app, with feet walking and footprints
May 17, 2024/Exercise & Fitness

Should You Aim To Walk 10,000 Steps a Day?

Walking is a great goal, but how many steps are best for you depends on factors like your fitness level and age

Person walking on walking pad at home office desk
May 16, 2024/Exercise & Fitness

What’s a Walking Pad — And Do They Really Work?

A walking pad is a simplified treadmill that can fit under your desk and help you get more movement in your day

Person stretching on floor mats in their home gym area
May 8, 2024/Exercise & Fitness

Strength Finder: How To Create a Home Gym You’ll Use

First, reflect on your specific workout goals, and then pick and choose your fitness equipment

Person jogging in foggy park among big, green trees
May 2, 2024/Exercise & Fitness

What Is Slow Running and Does It Work?

Reducing your pace allows you to log more miles and train your body for the stress of running

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