I used to resist my need for blocks in yoga classes. Even though all of my instructors encouraged the use of props, I couldn't help but feel weak compared to those doing Standing Split without a yoga ...

There are two things I know to be true. One, I love a challenge. (Perhaps you remember my daily plank practice?) And two, I hate failing. When the opportunity to partake in a flexibility challenge ...

I’m a serial sitter — like millions of other Americans, my day job involves sitting behind a desk and typing for a living, and my hips suffer because of this. One pose that came up as a relief for ...

In the realm of modern professional life, a quiet revolution has been unfolding, reshaping the way we work and the places we call home. The rise of remote work, propelled by technological advancements ...

A strength and flexibility coach at Equinox, Archer focuses on functional movement and bodyweight resistance exercises. Here, the PT shares her POV on fitness. Meet your Well+Good (Re)New Year Week ...

Whether improving your flexibility was one of your new year’s resolutions, or you’ve been inspired watching certain tennis stars warming up at the Australian Open, maybe 2025 has you keen to focus on ...

Runners often use the words “mobility” and “flexibility” interchangeably. You might, for example, see this hip-mobility video and think, “I should do that to help my flexibility.” To understand the ...

Last week, I discovered that I can touch my toes (and maybe you can, too). In the past I never really felt like I got much out of stretching, and I know that it doesn’t do much to prevent injury or ...