The squat is the ultimate functional movement (just try to get in and out of a chair without it). And considering how many variations there are on the basic squat, it’s probably already a heavy ...

Dysfunctional breathing patterns are at the root of many postural issues, core imbalances and chronic tension. Here’s how to ...

In general, our bodies follow five basic movement patterns in daily life. According to the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM), these are hinge (or bend-and-lift), lunge (or single-leg), ...

Other basic movement patterns that will show up in lots of different exercises include hinges, lunges, pushing, pulling and rotating. See Also exclusive.

Working on bracing will help with your other movements, like deadlifts and squats, so there are more reasons to do it than just rounding out your ab circuit. To start, perform four rounds of holds ...

Functional training improves the basic movement patterns you need to keep running strong. Here's how and why you should add them to your routine.

You may think countless hours of sweating in the gym is required if you’re looking to pack on muscle, but it isn’t. All you need are some basic movement patterns to help you hit every muscle ...

A new study published in Brain, Behavior, and Immunity has found that inflammation in a key memory center of the brain can change motivated behavior in mice, and these changes occur differently in ...