Running occurs in three planes: sagittal (front/back), frontal (side-to-side), and transverse (left/right rotation.) Efficient, healthy running happens when your joints are able to move freely through ...

This article was reviewed by Craig Primack, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA. Your ankles are made up of a complex network of muscles, joints, ligaments, and tendons, and they’re key for crucial movements like ...

Ever wondered why you can’t squat as deep as your gym buddy? The answer might be right at your feet. While most fitness enthusiasts focus on building impressive quads or sculpting perfect abs, ...

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 Solutions for Back ...

It's annoyingly easy to roll your ankle when running. Uneven ground, tired running form, muscular imbalances and running shoes with towering stacks of foam underfoot all heighten the risk of a misstep ...

Mobility has become increasingly popular over the past couple of years, but many of my clients still come to me wondering what exactly it is. The term refers to the ability to move freely and safely ...

It’s leg day and you can’t wait to hit squats. But when you get up to the barbell and begin your warm-up set, you can’t squat down very far. Your ankles feel stiff, preventing you from going down all ...

Mobility refers to the ability to move freely and safely during daily activities. Mobility exercises help increase a joint's range of motion, strengthening it and preparing it for movements outside ...

Your ankles make a bigger difference in your squats than you think. Here's how to improve your ankle mobility for squats, according to an expert. There are a handful of different factors that allow ...