If you engage in any sort of athletic endeavor, you know that any stretching you do tends to emphasize the lower body, if you even stretch at all. It makes sense: Your hamstrings, quads, and calves ...

When most runners think about stretching they go straight to the lower body. While it is important to stretch the legs that carry you miles and miles, you shouldn't forget your upper body. Rounded ...

If you spend most of your day slouched over a desk, then hi, same! I do my best to get up and move around every hour, but to be honest, tight shoulders are tough to shake off. Fortunately, simple ...

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor and has been writing about health, fitness, and science here since 2015. Beth was the recipient of the 2017 Carnegie Science Award in science ...

Shoulder issues are common in active people. It’s the most mobile joint in the body, which means it’s susceptible to various injuries and ailments, including tightness. If you’re experiencing shoulder ...

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. Shoulder mobility is ...

Whether it's a shooting pain or a dull ache, wrist and shoulder discomfort is a common complaint among my clients. Pain in these areas can present itself in a variety of ways: In a plank position, you ...

When we think about working out, we often focus on cardio or strength training. However, a crucial part that sometimes gets overlooked is stretching. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or just starting ...

The co-founders of Sky Ting are bringing us an 8-minute long sequence of neck and shoulder stretches that combat postural tension. Even if your head, neck, and shoulders are experiencing extra ...

A simple hand stretch shared by a physiotherapist is gaining attention for potentially relieving hand numbness. Research also indicates that shoulder problems can contribute to hand numbness, ...