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6 twisting yoga poses that stretch and strengthen without straining

Even if you don’t love twists, you might appreciate the feeling afterward. These stretches make it easier to stand tall and ...
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This common forward fold is an intense hamstring stretch. Here's how to approach it.

Upavistha Konasana (also known as Seated Angle Pose or Wide-Angled Seated Forward Bend) is one of the most dramatic and ...
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I’m a personal trainer who spends a lot of time sitting—I don’t let a day pass without doing these four stretches

Trainer tips: Move slowly between the positions. Once you’ve reached the end of your range, hold for a few seconds. Use a ...
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I’m a yoga teacher and this is the stretch I rely on to loosen up stiff muscles in the shoulders and upper back

If you don’t have the flexibility to cross your elbows over in front of your chest, you can try an alternative approach—by ...