Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Last week we published exercises for the lower back. This week? We'll be addressing your hips and hamstrings. To learn more about ...

Your hamstrings might not be the most visible muscles, but they’re among the most important for overall fitness and injury prevention. These powerful muscles at the back of your thighs play a critical ...

Hamstring rehabilitation exercises can aid recovery and help prevent future injuries. Rehabilitation protocols typically call for a combination of stretching and strengthening movements. While severe ...

Exercising your hamstrings is important for mobility (movement), athletic performance, and reducing injury risk. 1. Glute Bridge A glute bridge improves hip stability and alignment (proper position of ...

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. For strong, powerful ...

Consider hitting an unassisted full range of motion rep to be the holy grail of hamstring training. The hamstrings are my favorite muscle group. Hands down. Maybe it's because it's my biggest and best ...

You’ll know the feeling if you have tight hamstrings – your strides feel shorter, it seems like you’re working harder than usual and your legs feel stiff and restricted. Going faster or tackling hills ...

Lower back pain is one of the most common physical complaints among adults, often caused by poor posture, weak core muscles, or prolonged sitting. The good news is simple strengthening exercises can ...

Prolonged desk work can lead to musculoskeletal problems ranging from annoying aches and pains to injuries. This month, we launched a six-part seriesshowing you how to stretch and strengthen your body ...