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drawing of the transverse abdominis muscle

5 Pilates Transverse Abdominis Exercises That Make You Look Inches Thinner

By Sarah Stockett | August 2, 2023

Pilates transverse abdominis exercises are an easy way to make yourself immediately look inches thinner. Plus, it’ll save you from back pain.

The Orb, massage ball

How to Relieve Pain Anywhere on Your Body with the Orb Massage Ball

By Sarah Stockett | May 26, 2022

A tool is only helpful if you know how to use it, so here’s a complete tutorial on how to use the Orb massage ball to relieve your body pain.

the Orb Extreme Mini Orb ball

How to Choose the Best Orb Massage Ball

By Sarah Stockett | May 13, 2022

I have always loved my blue Orb massage ball, but I wondered if it was the best one for me. Here’s how to choose the best Orb for you.

One Easy Exercise for a Healthy Pyramidalis Muscle

By Sarah Stockett | January 8, 2022

You probably didn’t know you had a pyramidalis muscle until it quit working correctly. Here’s the one easy exercise you need to fix it.

drawing of the serratus posterior muscles

Everything You Need To Know About Your Serratus Posterior Superior And Serratus Posterior Inferior Muscles

By Sarah Stockett | December 6, 2021

The serratus posterior superior and serratus posterior inferior are muscles that help you breathe and can be the cause of low back pain.

how to do the pilates roll up

The Best Pilates Roll Up Modifications for Your Body

By Sarah Stockett | December 5, 2021

Pilates Roll up is challenging, so here is a list of my favorite Pilates roll up modifications to help you build up to the full exercise.

Relieve Your Hip And Back Pain with This Simple Yoga Pose

By Sarah Stockett | December 2, 2021

When your hips or back hurt and you’re searching for exercises to help give you immediate relief, the Windshield wipers yoga pose should top your list.

picture of two tennis balls to help relieve back pain

How to Use a Tennis Ball for Back Pain Relief

By Sarah Stockett | October 27, 2021

If you’ve got back pain, you need to learn how to use a tennis ball for back pain relief. With just a few easy moves, you’ll feel better.

drawing of the extensor hallucis longus and extensor digitorum longus muscles

Extensor Hallucis Longus + Extensor Digitorum Longus | The Best Pain-Relieving Exercises

By Sarah Stockett | August 6, 2021

The extensor hallucis longus and extensor digitorum longus muscles lift your toes and midfoot. Here are some exercises to relieve foot pain.

a drawing of the external oblique muscles

What You Need to Know for Strong External Oblique Muscles (and Back Pain Relief)

By Sarah Stockett | June 21, 2021

If you have ever had low back pain, a potbelly, or difficulty bending to the side or twisting; you need to learn about the external oblique muscles.