Why You Should Avoid (Static) Stretches Before a Workout
All of us has probably heard at one point in our lives, most likely from our parents, athletic coaches or personal trainer to make sure to STRETCH before any physical activity. The traditional reasoning typically states that holding static stretches helps loosen muscles before exercising, prevents injuries and even increases overall performance. However, the latest evidence in sports performance research points quite to the contrary. Here is the research. A group of moderatel
Kegel Exercises and Squats: How They Compare
First described in 1948 by Dr. Arnold Kegel, OBGYN, every woman who has been or is currently pregnant knows these exercises to be a staple in getting ready for birth and for preventing the pelvic floor muscle weakness that commonly occurs after the baby is born. To get strong pelvic floor muscles in order to facilitate delivery and reduce incontinence post-partum (either stress-related - think laughter or coughing, or feeling of urgency), all you have to do is"squeeze", corre