When your back hurts, your first instinct may be to head to bed until it goes away. But that just will make you stiffer. Try these exercises and stretches to work out the kinks.
Tag: exercise
The (Many) Benefits of a Cardio Workout
An exercise physiologist explains what cardio exercise is, why it’s beneficial and how much of it you need to do to keep everything in shape, from your ticker to your toes.
Yes, Weight Loss Can Impact Your Menstrual Cycle
We talked to an endocrinologist about why over-exercising and restrictive dieting can stop your period — and what you have to do to restart it.
Nutrition and Exercise Throughout Your Menstrual Cycle
Menstrual cycle syncing can help you feel better and more balanced. Learn how to match your diet and exercise plan to the four phases of your menstrual cycle.
Cleveland Clinic is a non-profit academic medical center. Advertising on our site helps support our mission. We do not endorse non-Cleveland Clinic products or services. Policy
Heart Rate and Kids: How High Is Too High?
With health and fitness trackers all the rage, how do you know if your kid’s heart rate is where it should be? Pediatric cardiologists explain why traditional heart rate formulas for exercise for adults don’t work well for children, and what to look out for instead.
Pilates 101: What It Is and Health Benefits
Get to know more about the full-body workout Pilates provides, and how the practice may benefit your health.
Why You Should Try Assisted Stretching
Recovering from an injury or sit at a desk all day? Consider assisted stretching, which uses a partner to help you stretch. This form of stretching can gently improve your range of motion.
What Happens in Your Body When You Lose 10 Pounds in a Week
Quick weight loss isn’t going to be sustainable. That’s because your body will mount a defense, thinking you’re starving. Here’s what to do about it.
Try a Massage Gun for Relieving Aches and Pains
Handheld massagers put relief from sore muscles in the palm of your hand. Here’s when to use them and how they work.
What Is Citrulline?
Taking L-citrulline, an amino acid that helps improve blood flow, may have some health benefits. A registered dietitian discusses the latest research and how citrulline works.
