How to Do the Pancake Stretch (Seated Wide-Legged Forward Fold) in Yoga
The seated wide-legged forward fold — commonly referred to as the pancake stretch — is a foundational pose that, when fully expressed, demonstrates serious flexibility. Also known by its Sanskrit name upavishta konasana,
Here’s What Team USA Athletes Will Be Eating at the Paris Games
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This 15-Minute Workout Will Strengthen and Stabilize Your Entire Core
Crunches aren’t the only way to strengthen your core: As this Pilates abs workout shows, you can work that all-important center of your body with a whole bunch of more functional moves. The next installment of Sweat With SE
Help Your Body Fight Toxins With These 11 Antioxidant-Rich Foods
You’ve probably heard countless times that antioxidants are good for you. But what exactly are antioxidants — and why do you need them? Antioxidants are natural compounds that can support healthy cell function. “Antioxi
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The Peloton Bike, Tread, and More Are Up to 40% Off for Prime Day
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Does Using a Walking Pad Really…Do Anything?
The explosion of work-from-home life has given many of us new habits. We take video calls from our couch, do laundry at lunchtime, and redecorate our living rooms to become our office space. One shiny new product that’s bee
Strengthen and Shred Your Midsection With the Oblique V-Up
Want a convenient way to work some of the most neglected muscles in your core? Look no further than the oblique V-up. Most exercisers think the core is another word for your rectus abdominis, or the “six-pack muscles” on
Everything You Need to Know About Team USA’s 2024 Olympic Gymnastics Team
If you were able to correctly choose all the members of the US women’s Olympic gymnastics team before the Trials in June, well, you might want to go ahead and buy a lottery ticket right now. That’s because the results wer