Play with Mobility

Joint health programs are an important part of keeping people active, mobile, and comfortable as they move through different stages of life. Whether I’m looking at employee wellness plans, communitybased fitness programs, or clinicsupported treatment groups, I notice that these efforts often use specialized acronyms to describe their goals and the care they offer. If…

Dynamic stretching usually comes up during warmups before weightlifting, but there are plenty of strong beliefs and opinions about whether it does more harm than good for strength training. I’ve seen questions pop up in the gym and across fitness forums: Will dynamic stretching really reduce strength before lifting? Or is this just another workout…

Learning how to build joint mobility is a simple and rewarding way to support my body’s health every day. Joint mobility flows help me move more freely, cut down on stiffness, and can even lower my chance of injury. If you’re just starting out or looking for a structured way to move, getting familiar with…

Foam rolling has exploded in popularity, popping up everywhere from gyms to physical therapy clinics. I see foam rollers in almost every fitness aisle and hear people claim that using one can “cure” joint stiffness for good. This idea sounds pretty tempting, but it’s really important to look closely at what foam rolling is, how…

Maintaining good shoulder mobility is something I find really important as a desk worker. Sitting for long hours in front of a computer often leaves my shoulders feeling stiff, sore, or even achy by the end of the day. Over time, this stiffness can lead to decreased range of motion or even nagging shoulder pain….

Improving squat depth is a big goal for many people in fitness. Whether I am trying to boost strength, tackle nagging aches, or just move more freely day to day, better squat depth unlocks real progress. Stiff hips, tight ankles, or achy knees can hold me back, which is why joint mobility is so important….

Stretching can feel really good, but sometimes it brings on sensations that leave me wondering whether that pain is a sign I’m going too far. There’s a popular idea that pain during stretching should always be avoided, but the truth is a little more nuanced. I want to share what I’ve learned about pain during…

Passive stretching is a popular topic in fitness routines, but there’s a lot of debate around its safety. One belief that pops up often is the idea that passive stretching can easily cause muscle damage. This has created hesitancy for some people who want to add stretching to their daily routine. In this article, I’m…

Flexibility is a vital part of how I move, exercise, and approach my daily activities. The popular idea that “once flexible, always flexible” is widespread, but it doesn’t reflect reality. Many assume being flexible is like riding a bike: a skill you keep for life. However, that’s not how my body works, and it’s rarely…