May 17

How to build better abs (and no, it’s not just crunches)

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Keen to sculpt your strongest core ever? This holistic plan can help make it happen. From simple food and fitness tweaks to the power of sleep, we asked doctors, dietitians and trainers for their best science-backed hacks.      There were many secrets we would like to have known about Kate Hudson’s look at the Vanity Fair Oscar’s party. How did the 47-year-old look so flawless? Where is her dress from? And how did she get those abs? According to Megan Roup, founder of The Sculpt Society, double pulse scissors, alternating toe taps and cross-body crunches were just some of the moves used to get the star ready for the glamorous A-list event. Working up a sweat just thinking about it? Same. Well, you can breathe easy. As experts tell Body+Soul, building strong abdominals needn’t require hours spent working out in the gym or forking out for an expensive regime. Because, at its core, the steeliest results when it comes to your midsection are achieved out of the gym as much as in it. The even better news? There are many holistic tweaks you can make, which, when done consistently, can nudge your middle closer to your goals. While most of […]
May 13

5 Best Exercises That Can Help Reduce Lower Leg Pain

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Regular exercise not only helps reduce lower leg pain but also strengthens the muscles that support the legs and ankles. Lower leg pain is a common issue that affects people of all ages. It can happen due to long hours of standing, excessive walking, running, muscle strain, poor posture, or even lack of physical activity. The pain may happen in the calves, shins, ankles, or surrounding muscles and can be a mild discomfort or a sore pain. In many cases, tight or weak muscles are one of the main reasons behind this problem. Ignoring the pain can make daily activities more difficult and may even affect balance and movement over time. Fortunately, simple exercises and stretches can help relax the muscles, improve flexibility, and help in leg movement. Regular exercise not only helps reduce lower leg pain but also strengthens the muscles that support the legs and ankles. Gentle stretching and strengthening exercises improve blood circulation, reduce stiffness, and lower the risk of future discomfort. Here are some of the best exercises that can help reduce lower leg pain.   Exercises For Lower Leg Pain 1. Calf Stretch This is one of the easiest and most effective exercises for reducing […]
May 09

7 Exercises That Can Help To Improve Ankle Mobility

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You can improve ankle flexibility and strength with regular and simple movement practices. Better mobility not only supports physical activity but also makes daily tasks feel easier and more comfortable. Ankle mobility is important for everyday movement. It helps you walk, run, squat, and maintain balance without discomfort. When your ankles move freely, your body can perform tasks more efficiently and with less strain. When you have poor ankle mobility, it can lead to stiffness, reduced performance, and even pain in other areas like the knees or hips. This happens because the body tries to compensate for limited movement. A lot of people experience tight or weak ankles due to long hours of sitting, lack of physical activity, or wearing restrictive footwear. This over time, can increase the risk of injuries such as sprains or muscle strain. The good thing is that with regular and simple movement practices, you can improve ankle flexibility and strength. Better mobility not only supports physical activity but also makes daily tasks feel easier and more comfortable. Improving ankle mobility also helps with walking, running, squatting, and reducing injury risk. Here are some exercises that can improve ankle mobility.   Exercises For Ankle Mobility 1. […]
May 06

These 5 things may help improve recovery after a tough workout

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Working out takes many forms, from cardio like running and swimming to strength training like lifting weights and Pilates. But no matter your exercise of choice, there’s always a risk of causing stress to your body. You’ve likely experienced this firsthand, whether that was soreness when you laughed two days after an ab workout or that twinge in your leg after a long run. While you probably can’t eliminate postexercise discomfort, you can take concrete steps to improve recovery after a challenging workout. Below, we’ve rounded up five things to do that could make a big impact on your physical well-being after a workout, ranging from how (and when) to hydrate to the potential benefits of cold-water immersion. Consider these techniques.   Get a massage A massage isn’t just relaxing; it may boost your recovery after a challenging workout. According to the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), massage therapy after a tough workout may reduce muscle soreness, pain, inflammation and perceived fatigue. Massages can also reduce overall stress while improving relaxation and immune system functionality. A meta-analysis evaluating different workout recovery strategies found that massage was the most powerful technique for improving delayed-onset muscle soreness and fatigue. Other helpful […]
May 03

5 Exercises That Will Hammer Your Inner Chest

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Skip the heavy weights to focus on muscle definition to achieve one of the most sought-after aesthetic goals. THERE’S MORE TO acquiring an aesthetically complete physique than just lifting heavy weight and bombarding your chest with bench press reps. This is especially true when it comes to developing muscle definition and hypertrophy, along with strength. You may think that the key to chest training is having a big bench, but you’re spending too much time and energy in the wrong place if you neglect accessory moves that target how the pectoralis muscles actually work. Your aesthetic goals will be better served spending time on bettering your mind-muscle connection, according to Men’s Health fitness director Ebenezer Samuel, C.S.C.S., and celebrity trainer and MH Advisory Board member Don Saladino. In this case, convergence—moving weight to or past the centerline of your body (adduction)—is key to getting that well-defined chest. “The bench press is important for strength development,” Saladino says, “but I also believe that after a period of time, you don’t really gain that mind-muscle connection from just staying with that same movement over and over and over, you don’t really get to experience what it feels like to do a movement […]
Apr 30

Wall Pilates: the best exercises to tone your legs at home

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If you want to get in shape or start exercising but without the need for extreme fatigue, Pilates can be a good tool to work with. In addition, in recent months it has become very fashionable a way to practice pilates that attracts the interest of more and more people. This is the wall Pilates, with which you can among other benefits, tone the legs from exercises that are fairly simple to follow so if you want to know them, just have a wall to lean on and perform what we now tell you.   Wall Pilates exercises to tone legs As you may already know, wall Pilates is a training method based on control, precision and breathing to strengthen muscles, improve posture and increase flexibility. Although there are specific machines to practice wall Pilates, you can also do exercises with your own body weight and the help of a wall. The wall serves as support and resistance to perform slow and conscious movements that activate the center or core of the body, that is, the deep abdominal muscles, back and pelvic floor and depending on the exercise you do, as we now tell you, will also serve to tone […]
Apr 29

6 easy workouts to build abs with less sweat

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Vertical Wall Press Most people think abs happen on a mat, but the wall is an underrated tool for core stability. Stand with your back against a wall and press your lower back firmly into the surface so there is no gap. Extend your arms straight out and push against an imaginary force while keeping your stomach pulled in tight toward your spine. This “hollowing” move wakes up the deep transverse abdominis—the muscles that act like a natural corset—without you ever having to get down on the ground.   Standing Slow-Motion Marches Forget high-knees that get your heart racing; try the slow-motion march instead. Stand tall and slowly lift one knee toward your chest while keeping your upper body perfectly still and upright. The magic happens in the “hold” at the top; by moving slowly, you force your abs to stabilize your entire weight. It feels like a balance test, but your lower abs are actually doing the heavy lifting to keep you from wobbling, all while keeping your heart rate steady.   Dead Bug (The “Slow Crawl”) Lying on your back, lift your legs and arms into the air so you look like a bug on its back. Slowly […]
Apr 26

Is It Bad To Do the Same Workout Every Day?

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It may be OK, depending on your health, fitness level and type of exercise You love your exercise routine. It’s just perfect in every way. It feels so good, in fact, that you’re tempted to do that same exact workout day after day after day. Why try to fix what isn’t broken, right? But is repeating the same workout every day good for you? Well, it depends. Certified personal trainer Alena Beskur, CPT, explains why there isn’t a one-size-fits-all answer to this question.   Is it OK to do the same workout every day? Fitness experts disagree on whether repetitive daily workouts are healthy and safe. “This is a controversial issue,” says Beskur. “For some people, doing the same workout every day is fine. But it really depends on you, your health and your goals.”   Doing the same cardio workout every day Beskur says that doing the same type of cardio workout every day is generally OK for healthy people without underlying issues. “But the intensity of the cardio affects people differently,” she notes. “Vigorous cardio every day can sometimes be too much. If you have heart or joint problems, for example, doing intense daily cardio workouts may not […]
Apr 23

7 Best Fruits As Pre-Workout: What You Should Eat For Instant Energy

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Fruits provide natural sugars and nutrients that fuel workouts, offering quick energy and hydration without heaviness. If you’re heading to the gym feeling low on energy, your pre-workout snack could be the missing piece. While supplements are popular, sometimes the simplest fuel works best. Fruits, packed with natural sugars, fibre, and essential nutrients, can give you that quick, clean boost without weighing you down. According to a study published in the journal Nutrients, using multiple carbohydrate transporters glucose combined with fructose allows the body to absorb energy faster than using glucose alone. So, which fruits actually work best before a workout?   Why Fruits Make A Great Pre-Workout Snack Before exercise, your body needs easily digestible carbohydrates to fuel performance. Fruits are rich in natural sugars like glucose and fructose, which provide quick energy. They also support glycogen replenishment, helping your muscles perform better during workouts. Plus, fruits are light on the stomach, making them ideal if you are eating 30 to 60 minutes before training.   1. Bananas Bananas are often called nature’s energy bar, and for good reason. It is rich in carbohydrates and potassium, which helps maintain muscle function and prevent cramps. Bananas are easy to digest […]
Apr 22

Best exercises for liver health, according to expert: How walking, strength training, and HIIT can reduce fatty liver

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Fatty liver? Which exercises can help? The liver does far more than process food and filter blood; it constantly adjusts to signals coming from the rest of the body. One of its closest partners is muscle. When muscles contract regularly, they release compounds that help the liver manage fat and control inflammation. When activity drops, that support fades, and the liver’s workload quietly becomes harder to manage. This connection was recently explained in a detailed post on X by hepatologist Cyriac Abby Philips, widely known as “TheLiverDoc.” He highlighted how different types of exercise send specific signals to the liver, each with measurable benefits backed by clinical trials. His core message was simple: the way muscles are used every day can shape how well the liver performs over time.   Why muscles matter to your liver Muscles are not just for strength or appearance. They act like a metabolic engine. When they contract, they release molecules that improve insulin sensitivity and reduce fat storage in the liver. This explains why two people with the same weight can have very different liver health. The one with stronger, active muscles often has a healthier liver profile. A large-scale UK study confirms this […]
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