Push Ups are a big wig exercise, and for some really good reasons. They pack so much into one exercise. They work your core and upper body hard, but done right, they are a truly full-body exercise and will elevate your heart rate as well. But It’s pretty easy to do them wrong or at least not well. I see a lot of bad push ups in my line of work! For all these reasons, push ups can be intimidating. Read more
Walking is one of the most accessible forms of exercise, but did you know you can take this workout to another level to really help you boost your strength and endurance. Enter rucking. Rucking is an often underrated or unknown workout that blends strength, endurance, cardio, and even mindfulness into one powerful practice. So what exactly is rucking and why should you add it to your fitness routine? Let’s explore more about it in this post. Read more
I know there are walkers in the Unstill Life pantheon and I’ve heard from you these questions – Is walking a good workout? And if so, why and how is it good? And if not, how can I improve or supplement my cardio fitness if I’m primarily a walker? I got you, walkers! Let’s hit this topic. Read more
Whether you’ve just crushed a tough workout, gone on a long hike, or spent all day on your feet, sore leg muscles can really slow you down. One of the best ways to recover faster and reduce tightness is by rolling out your legs. Read more
Stretching is often overlooked and underestimated, yet it’s one of the most beneficial things you can do for your body. Regular stretching doesn’t just loosen tight muscles, it has been shown to increase range of motion, flexibility, and blood flow to muscles; it also reduces stress, among other benefits. Therefore, learning how to properly stretch your abdominal muscles can make a noticeable difference in your daily movement. Read more