Fun fact: The shoulder joint is the most flexible joint in the body because of its ball-and-socket structure, which allows for a wide range of movements. Shoulder mobility exercises and stretches can ...

Imagine performing everyday movements like showering, putting your hair in a ponytail, getting dressed, and reaching for groceries off a high shelf with total ease. Those are all signs of good ...

Mobility exercises strengthen your muscles while increasing your range of motion, which allows you to be more functional with ...

QUICK, STAND UP and reach your arm overhead. Does your back arch as you do this? Does your chest puff out like a cartoon character? If you answered both questions with a resounding “yes,” then there’s ...

Healthy shoulders with plenty of range of motion will improve your movement quality and reduce injury risk while you exercise ...

As we age, we naturally lose mobility. But there are some steps we can take to keep these joints healthy for longer ...

Maintaining healthy shoulders is important for staying independent in older age. These strength and mobility exercises can keep the arms moving well. It’s hard to overstate the importance of the ...

Rebuild shoulder strength after 50 with 5 seated moves using dumbbells and bands for better control than machines.

If you've ever suffered a shoulder injury, you'll know how much it can impact your life, whether that be through causing pain and discomfort, affecting day-to-day activities such as sport, or even ...

Working out and staying fit isn’t just about grinding it out on the treadmill or lifting heavy weights. Part of a healthy, functional lifestyle is making sure to incorporate mobility into your ...

While push-ups are great for chest development, they often neglect the true mechanics of the shoulder; switch to these three targeted moves to build iron-clad stability and 3D muscle growth.

Esther Smith, DPT, Cert. MDT is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who has specialized in treating athletes, specifically rock climbers, for the last decade. She is a storyteller, a mountain athlete and a ...