We all know that stretching increases flexibility, and resistance training increases strength. It's a no-brainer that mobility increases joint motion -- but does mobility also increase strength? On ...

If you're a powerlifter or a longtime runner, there's a good chance all those years of pounding the pavement are starting to catch up with you, especially in your hips. Over time, wear and tear can ...

Good hip mobility comes with a host of benefits, and thanks to the rise of mobility-focused influencers on social media, our feeds can make it seem like anyone can achieve deep squats or even do the ...

Recent research highlights the critical importance of hip mobility in maintaining overall physical health and performance. As a central point of movement, the hips play an essential role in daily ...

Editor’s note: Dana Santas, known as the “Mobility Maker,” is a certified strength and conditioning specialist and mind-body coach in professional sports, and is the author of the book “Practical ...

This article was reviewed by Craig Primack, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA. If you’ve been dealing with hip pain or tight hips, you’re not alone. It’s a common issue that can be caused by commonplace things, ...

Flexibility test at 60, guided by a certified trainer, using 3 seated movements to assess hips, spine, and hamstrings.

A lot of modern life is spent sitting down, whether that’s driving a car, working at a desk, or relaxing in front of the television after work. Spending all this time in one position has a detrimental ...

You don’t need lab data or a physical therapist to know whether your mobility holds up. The kitchen squat test gives you immediate, honest feedback on how well your hips, ankles, and spine still move ...

Lunge test after 60, see your score and what it means, with CPT coaching cues to improve safely.

Aaron Zamzow explains how flexibility exercises, dynamic stretching and movements, and strengthening exercises help to make hips flexible, so firefighters can maintain balance and control. As ...