You may have zero aspirations to perform a split while leaping in the air, but you can still benefit from training like a dancer. Dancers are a unique blend of artist and athlete, and ballet is one of ...

In "The Level Up," changemakers in the fitness and wellness industries tell us how they're making an impact in their communities, from pushing for inclusivity to promoting body acceptance and so much ...

The terms mobility and flexibility are often used interchangeably in fitness conversations, yet they represent distinctly different aspects of physical capability with unique implications for movement ...

By Riya Raj: Ballet is one of those exquisitely beautiful and graceful forms of dance, combining inner strength, flexibility, and expressive art. If you are really enthusiastic about learning this ...

When Medill sophomore Mila Brandson arrived at Northwestern her freshman year, she knew she wanted to join a dance group. Her mother was a former professional dancer and Brandson herself practiced ...

It’s important to regularly practice flexibility exercises because physical health is not just about strength. As we age, our musculoskeletal system naturally degenerates causing us to experience ...

Mobility and flexibility are related but distinct. Improving flexibility and mobility may improve a person’s athletic performance and range of motion, and help to reduce the risk of injuries. Someone ...

Tampa (BLOOM) – When it comes to fitness, it’s essential to adopt a well-rounded approach that encompasses all aspects of physical well-being. The four pillars of fitness – strength, cardiovascular ...

Flexibility requires you to do certain exercises if you want to stay mobile as you age. Even if you're naturally flexible, maintaining it becomes more challenging as you age. You may be surprised to ...

Underpinning many aspects of day-to-day life, such as your ability to move well and stay injury free, flexibility is an important component of overall fitness. It's defined as your capacity to move a ...