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Stretch of the Week: Hip Stretch

August 28, 2015

Your hips are a more crucial part of your wellbeing than you might think. If your hips are tight,
other parts of your body have to overcompensate to allow you to walk properly. Read More

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Stretch of the Week: Neck Stretch

August 13, 2015

Neck pain and stiffness can affect every movement you make. There’s something about a stiff or tight neck that just throws your whole body off. Whether you slept funny or consistently have problems with your neck tightening up, this stretch will help to loosen up and increase circulation in your neck muscles. Read More

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Stretch of the Week: Lower Back Stretch

July 29, 2015

Persistent back pain affects more of your life than you would expect. It limits your physical activity, occupies your mind which leads to stress, and often forces you to adjust your social life to accommodate your pain. Did you know that you can alleviate back pain right at home? Try this stretch to loosen your hip, leg, and back muscles. Read More

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Stretch of the Week: Wall Shin Raises

July 22, 2015

This week’s stretch is brought to you by the bane of every runner’s existence: Shin splints. Whether you regularly suffer from them or you’ve always worried that they’ll creep up on you and cramp your style, you can benefit from doing preventative stretching. Here’s a stretch that you can incorporate into your day to help reduce your chances of getting shin splints on your next run: Read More

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