There are many mindfulness methods that aim to quiet the mind, but one method that is especially beloved by sleep doctors to ease the transition to dreamland is called progressive muscle relaxation. I ...

Shoulder rolls are great for releasing tension in the upper body. Start by standing or sitting comfortably with arms at your sides. Roll your shoulders forward in a circular motion five times, then ...

By aiding in muscle relaxation and reducing soreness, magnesium supplements can help gym-goers recover more quickly between ...

“Just like any other group of muscles, the pelvic floor muscles can lose strength and tone over time if not regularly activated,” says Dr. Amanda Neri, PT, DPT, founder of The Pelvic Institute and ...

“The reason to stretch your hamstrings is to keep your hips and lower back moving freely,” explains James Brady, CPT, a certified personal trainer at OriGym. “Tight hamstrings can pull on the pelvis, ...

New research reveals that exercising just three days a week can significantly boost muscle strength. Even short, frequent ...

Leafy greens such as kale, spinach and Swiss chard are rich in beneficial nutrients to support healthy muscular contractions.

Exercise-induced cramps were usually attributed to dehydration or an electrolyte imbalance. Now there is a new theory.

Michael Hales does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organization that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond ...

Much like their name implies, the quadricep muscles were once thought to be a set of four muscles, with the name “quad” translating to “four or fourth” in Latin. However, it has since been discovered ...

Your abdominal muscles surround your trunk between the rib cage and pelvis and keep your abdominal organs safe. Your core abdominal muscles also support your trunk and allow movements while keeping ...