Research shows that nearly half of all recreational runners get injuries, with many of those occurring in the Achilles tendon or calf. Other research pinpoints the knee, ankle, lower leg, and ...

A running coach and trainer recommends adding this strength exercise to your routine if you want to run better.

This article was reviewed by Craig Primack, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA. Your ankles are made up of a complex network of muscles, joints, ligaments, and tendons, and they’re key for crucial movements like ...

I’m a marathon runner who spends a lot of time sitting behind a desk, writing about running (among other things), so if I didn’t have tight hips, I’d be superhuman. Far from just causing the ...

You’ve heard of cardio. You’ve heard of strength training. You might know about physical therapy. We’ve got one more thing to add to the mix: mobility. A full-body mobility routine won’t take long, ...

I can’t say it enough: hip flexors, hip flexors, hip flexors. Whether you’re training for the next marathon or are a casual runner who enjoys the odd 5k, your hip flexors matter when you run, and ...

Mobility exercises can be a useful tool for promoting joint health, which is key for maintaining quality of life. These exercises do not require a gym membership or expensive equipment to perform.

Be Well-Mobility Exercise This combination of images show physical therapist and Pilates instructor Jessica Valant demonstrating various poses in Colorado. (Jessica Valant via AP) (Jessica Valant/AP) ...

As they age, it’s not uncommon for many people to let out a muted groan when getting out of bed in the morning. But if you “oof” every time you get in a car or “aargh” while bending over to pick up ...