Routines

Plank The Right Way In 5 Steps + Beginner & Advanced Variations

What is the best exercise move for a strong core? Planks, of course! Your core muscles are important muscles that support your spine and give you a good posture. Having a strong core not only makes your other workouts more effective but it will lead you to a flatter, leaner tummy. Compared to crunches and sit-ups, doing the …

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My Side Hurts When I Run: Why it Happens & How to Prevent It

Ever felt a sharp jabbing pain below your right ribs while you are halfway through your run? You might be experiencing side cramps/ stitch or the more scientific term, “exercise-related transient abdominal pain” (ETAP). It’s really common among runners, but sometimes you might also get side cramps while swimming and doing other sports. Why do side cramps happen? …

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Healthy Achiever: Marcus Lim, ADAPT Coach of Team Ascend Shares On The Art of Parkour

Marcus Lim had always dreamt of becoming an athlete. However, throughout his childhood years, he could not seem to find a sport in which he was good at, which led to him being left out by friends who did play sports. Feeling extremely discouraged, he started avoiding all forms of sports until the moment he got to college where he met …

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