We’ve all heard the saying, “Necessity is the mother of invention.” This could certainly be said of some of the “functional” exercises (e.g., flipping tires, pulling weight sleds and lifting ...

Rachel Tavel is a doctor of physical therapy, certified strength and conditioning specialist and writer. She works as a physical therapist in an outpatient orthopedic physical therapy setting and as a ...

A sandbag workout is the training type of choice for some of the strongest athletes out there. Also known as a weighted bag, it's actually a military favourite that's been used by the army for years, ...

Older adults have many options for staying physically active without sacrificing their joints. Walking, cycling, and yoga are just a few low impact exercises that may offer benefits. As you get older, ...