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The right way to stretch before and after your workouts

Admit it. You’ve skipped the warm-up or cool-down portions of your workout before. Maybe you were pressed for time. I’ve been guilty of that, I hate to say. Or maybe you never do it because it seems like a waste of time. Traditionally, stretching has been considered as a necessary component to a warm-up routine, thought to prevent injury and improve performance. However, there has been much discussion and controversy in recent years over the benefits of stretching before your workouts. Many recent studies claim that stretching actually reduces strength, power and sports performance. So which is it? Yes, the …

Avoid the abs trap: 10 Moves to tone your core

When you think of core moves, your mind might go straight to abdominal exercises.  The core muscles aren’t just ab muscles, but those of the back and hip flexors as well.  The core stabilizes the spine and pelvis.  A strong core is essential for improved fitness and athletic performance, and can prevent postural muscle imbalances and back injuries.  So while abs moves are an essential part of working your core, they aren’t the full story! A million crunches won’t properly condition the core.  Moves that work multiple muscle groups across multiple joints are the best, most efficient core exercises. Here’s a list of some below.  Some …