“more animal footprints” by ftrc is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0 Everyone knows that exercise is good for you, but sometimes it’s hard to get motivated. How many times can you walk the same trail before you get bored? Nevertheless, an important part of a healthy lifestyle is getting plenty of exercise, so what can […]

This hip strengthening exercise is a way to build strength in the glutes and hips. Start by lying on your left side, with your resistance band tube around both legs and resting on the thighs above the knee. Support your head in your left hand and place your right hand on the floor in front […]

  Try this standing hip strengthening exercise to help develop the muscles in the outer hips. These muscles help with balance, running, yoga and cross country skiing. To do the standing hip strengthening exercise, you’ll need a resistance band tube, such as a Thera Band. Step into the tube and place it just above your […]

If you’re a runner or you like to cross country ski, you understand the importance of having strong hips. There are also many yoga positions — especially balance positions — that require a lot of hip strength. This hip strengthener is a great option for anyone who wants to ensure their hips stay strong and […]

This upper back stretch is a simple one to do either sitting or standing. If you experience tight shoulders, this stretch can help loosen those muscles and also helps the muscles in the neck as well. To do this upper back stretch, start either sitting or standing comfortably with your spine straight and your chin […]