The dumbbell bent-over row might be an “old school” back exercise, but there are few better moves for sculpting a V-shaped torso — that “ideal” upper body physique that’s wide at the shoulders, narrow at the waist, and head-turning in…
Will cranking out a handful of sacroiliac, or SI, joint exercises several times a week counteract your lower back pain? It might seem reasonable, since that’s where the joint is located, but like anything related to health and fitness, it’s not…
Whether you have lofty athletic goals like setting a marathon PR or want to be able to perform everyday, functional movements like climbing a flight of stairs efficiently and without pain, you need to work gluteus minimus exercises into your…
Had a good cry recently? Crying is a natural reaction to experiencing intense emotion. It’s often associated with feelings of sadness, but you may also shed tears when you’re overwhelmed with joy or gratitude, experiencing pain, or having a hearty…
When I inquire with my yoga students about any tightness and/or pain they may be experiencing in their muscles, they often request chest stretches (a.k.a. chest openers). Tight pectorals, pain in the chest muscles, and sore pecs are common complaints,…
Chances are the lettuce wraps from that “factory restaurant” aren’t as good for you as our Turkey and Lettuce Wraps. In the tradition of homemade whole food, these are all ingredients you can feel good about. Lean ground turkey with…
*Note: Program apparel is available for a limited time, while supplies last. Want to bring the 9 Week Control Freak set into your workout? This apparel collection features graffiti straight from the set – with bold, bright graphics to get…
Help us give a BIG congratulations to our eight amazing Beachbody Challenge winners! Not only did they transform their bodies and start living their best lives, but they also won a $500 prize from the Beachbody Challenge contest. Every month, we’ll…
Like many of us, you may be adjusting to a new work/workout from home routine — and we know that is a challenge. Beyond the interruptions, space limitations, and the occasional occupational hazard, the fact that you could be doing…
As bodyweight exercises go, it’s hard to find fault with the push-up. It’s convenient, challenging, functional, and it builds muscle without beating up your joints. Among the countless variations of this classic move (e.g., T push-up, clapping push-up, archer push-up, decline push-up, offset…