Stretching your lats a few times a week can help you gain flexibility, reduce pain, prevent injuries, and increase your range of motion. The latissimus dorsi muscles, known as the lats, are the large ...

Things coming to an end aren't always happy experiences, unless the thing ending is back pain. In this final column of a three-part series on back pain, massage therapist Brigitte Papp shares some ...

Just about everyone could benefit from adding more upper back stretches to their routine. While upper back pain isn't as common as lower back pain, factors like stress, poor posture, and muscle strain ...

Dumbbell lat exercises are a versatile way to hit these muscles effectively, letting you build strength and shape without ...

This is one of the most fundamental dumbbell exercises for the lats, says TJ Mentus, a certified personal trainer. “The lats work to pull the elbows into the sides and keep the shoulders back,” he ...

For guided stretching routines from Stephanie Mansour — plus walking podcasts, meal plans and inspiration — download the Start TODAY app! Whether you sit all day or a tough workout has left you stiff ...

Whether you sit all day or a tough workout has left you stiff and sore, regularly stretching the upper body is important. Start on your hands and knees. gently move into the cow pose by arching your ...

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Exercises that stretch the upper back, shoulders, and neck can help relieve pain and loosen tight muscles. These include exercises that can be done at home or even in the office. Upper back pain and ...

My husband and I just celebrated our 11-year anniversary (love you, babes!), and although I appreciated the bouquet of gorgeous Gerber daisies and the kid-free dinner out, I wanted to commemorate our ...

For guided stretching routines from Stephanie Mansour — plus walking podcasts, meal plans and inspiration — download the Start TODAY app! Whether you sit all day or a tough workout has left you stiff ...