Flexibility
The latest Flexibility breaking news, comment, reviews and features from the experts at Fit&Well
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Why the hip flexors are key to healthy ageing - and three ways to work them
Seniors Maintaining good mobility in your hips can slip under the radar as you age but here are some moves to help with this
By Jessica Downey Published
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Stretching like Helen Mirren could help you lose belly fat, according to research
Seniors Simply touching your toes is part of a stretching and exercise regime Helen Mirren uses to get fit and stay supple at age 75
By Matt Evans Published
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Over 60? Here's how to prevent mobility issues and stay active for longer
Seniors Maintaining muscle strength and keeping belly fat at bay could be the secrets to a healthier older age
By James Frew Published
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A post-workout ice bath doesn't improve performance, just makes you cold
Fitness Cold Water Immersion is a much-hyped post-workout recovery technique, but new research shows it might not be as effective as you think.
By James Frew Published
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How exercise can fix posture problems caused by too much desk time
Fitness Bad back, hips and shoulders? Targeted exercise can help relieve pain, according to new science
By Matt Evans Published
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30-day flexibility challenge for beginners: move easier with our simple plan
Workout Based on classic yoga moves, our 30-day flexibility challenge will give your body a sprightly new lease of life
By Natalia Lubomirski Published
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Over 60? Here's how to lower your blood pressure and slow your body's aging
Seniors Stretching, in addition to lengthening your muscles, can also reduce blood pressure better than a brisk walk
By Matt Evans Published
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Novak Djokovic has learned to do the splits at 34 – could you?
Yoga The tennis no.1 has been working on his flexibility in his mid-30's. Here's how to follow in his footsteps
By Matt Evans Published
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Three easy ways to increase your hip mobility, starting today
Wellness Stretch out your hips with three handy moves for beginner, intermediate and advanced stretchers
By Matt Evans Published
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Do you wake up feeling stiff? Here's four stretches you can do every morning
Fitness Four stretches fitness YouTuber and expert physio Jeff Cavaliere does to prevent stiffness in back and hips
By Matt Evans Published
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Learn to do deep squats to improve hip mobility, health and get a better butt
How To YouTube channel HybridCalisthenics shows us an easy, step-by-step method to learn how to deep squat
By Matt Evans Published
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Can you touch your toes? This is why flexibility is so important
Fitness Some key reasons you need to work on touching your toes (and how to get started training for flexibility)
By Matt Evans Published
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Flexibility stretches: a simple but effective five-minute routine
Improving your flexibility could reduce your risk of injury and help torch fat – and it only takes five minutes of flexibility stretches a day
By Fit&Well Published
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If you're over 50, you need to stretch to stay active and lose weight
Fitness This is the habit you need to do to stay active and lose weight even when you're over 50
By Matt Evans Published
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How to get rid of aches, back pain and bad posture in 20 minutes a day
Fitness Simple stretching exercises are the best way to ditch bad posture and fix back pain, according to experts
By Matt Evans Published
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This YouTuber stretched every day for 80 days and it changed his life
Fitness Stretching every day can really make a difference. This YouTuber set out to show the world just how
By Matt Evans Published
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Stay healthy while working from home: Fix your posture, neck pain and more
Wellness How to work from home safely, with stretching exercises, tips to stay active at home, and more
By Matt Evans Published
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Back pain: Every lower back pain sufferer should be doing this, according to science
Wellness Exercise is proven to have a positive effect on lower back pain, even if researchers don't actually understand why
By Matt Evans Published
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DOMS recovery: 6 ways to ease the pain
Fitness Gruelling workout left you sore? Try these DOMS recovery tips to help you heal
By Lucy Gornall Published
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Menopause joint pain: causes and ways to ease it
Seniors Find ways of helping to deal with this very common problem using our selection of tips from healthcare professionals
By Charlotte Haigh Published
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Correct sitting posture: reduce back pain and ensure good alignment
Healthy Home The right sitting position can save you hundreds in physiotherapy bills - and dramatically reduce back pain
By Kirsty Welsh Published
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6 posture exercises to improve hunched shoulders and achieve natural alignment
Fitness Practice best posture with exercises to strengthen and loosen aching muscles
By Kirsty Welsh Published
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How to improve posture: expert tips to help you stand tall and reduce back pain
Fitness It's easy to improve posture - and banish back pain - with just a few key changes
By Kirsty Welsh Published
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One reason you should do stretching exercises every day, according to science
Fitness Your muscles shorten as you age. Keep yourself active into old age by performing regular stretching exercises
By Matt Evans Published
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Healthy joints: 15 ways to stay pain-free and mobile
Seniors Healthy joints are easy to achieve with a few simple lifestyle changes
By Fit&Well Published
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Natural back pain remedies: 7 easy ways to overcome pain
Seniors Try one of these natural back pain remedies as an alternative to popping pills for aches and pains
By Tanya Pearey Published
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The best back workout: build a stronger back and improve your posture
Fitness The best back workout will create a solid platform for a fitter, healthier and more impressive upper body
By Leon Poultney Published
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Restorative fitness tips – recover from high intensity training effectively
Fitness High intensity training wearing you down? These restorative fitness tips can help
By Fit&Well Published
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