For many, stretching after a workout is seen as nonessential. After all, you’ve already done the workout, what’s the harm in skipping the stretch afterward? It turns out you could be missing out on some important advantages. Even stretching for…
Blisters can form for many different reasons. When it comes to running they can develop from excessive friction, moisture, and perspiration. But blisters can also form when people skip out on wearing socks and by walk (or run) frequently in…
It’s pretty safe to say that many people are not a fan of jet lag. While jet lag is a temporary sleep problem, it may cause different symptoms that vary depending on how far you travel. Some of these symptoms…
Whether physically, mentally, spiritually, or more, there are many different ways in which we can take care of ourselves. As an all-encompassing term, self-care spans all these categories and beyond. As defined by the National Institute of Mental Health, “Self-care…
It’s not always easy to get into your scheduled workout. You might not feel motivated, have a full calendar, or feel tired. There are endless excuses to skip a workout, but you might think twice about it if you’re working…
One second, it’s summer: The birds are chirping in the trees, the evenings seem to stretch on forever — and if you’re a runner, you’re pounding down the pavement, sun on your back, light T-shirt flapping in the breeze. And…
When you step into the gym, you have a choice — colored dumbbells or adding plates to a barbell. Strength training does wonders for the body and mind. According to Mayo Clinic, you can build lean body mass, which helps…
We all know exercise is generally good for us, even if we don’t always participate. For those undergoing chemotherapy, exercise may be even more important. Chemotherapy is a powerful chemical treatment used to treat cancer (via Mayo Clinic). The chemicals…
Topical pain relief products are designed to do exactly what they suggest: relieve pain. Coming in the form of gels, creams, sprays, patches, and more, these products are intended to be applied directly to the skin, reports WebMD. That being…
Show of hands — have you ever experienced a sore or stiff neck after a long weekend bike ride? While it can be extremely uncomfortable and painful, neck pain and back pain are two of the most common complaints from…