Improving flexibility doesn’t always require complex routines. Sometimes, the most effective changes start from the ground up ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." I was borderline shocked the first time I heard a trainer recommend going barefoot for workouts. As ...

Even when we manage to squeeze in a workout on a busy day, the majority of us skip the cooldown when we are pressed for time (which, let's be honest, is pretty much always). We're all guilty of ...

Touching your toes may seem like a simple task. But actually doing it can feel like an impossible feat. Because my clients often see seated toe touches incorporated into warmup and cool down routines, ...

Plantar flexion is the movement that allows you to press the gas pedal of your car. It also allows ballet dancers to stand on their toes. The term plantar flexion refers to the movement of the foot in ...

Your feet are the foundation for almost all movement. Keeping each foot healthy is important for improved posture and movement. Your feet are the foundation for almost all movement. But most of the ...

Jakob Roze, CSCS, is a health writer and high-end personal trainer. He is the founder and CEO of RozeFit, a high-end concierge personal training practice and online blog. Ankle strengthening exercises ...

The foot and ankle complex may not be the first thing cyclists think of when we focus on strengthening our lower body. Usually, muscle groups like the quads and hamstrings are the center of attention ...