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How to Choose the Best Orb Massage Ball

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

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.

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

By Sarah Stockett

drawing of the serratus posterior muscles

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

Relieve Your Hip And Back Pain with This Simple Yoga Pose

By Sarah Stockett

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.

How to Use a Tennis Ball for Back Pain Relief

By Sarah Stockett

picture of two tennis balls to help relieve back pain

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.

7 Best Exercises for Fractured Vertebrae | Broken Neck Therapy

By Sarah Stockett

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You’ve been released from your cervical collar and are ready to rebuild your neck strength. Use these exercises for fractured vertebrae.

How to Do Pilates Roll Over Like an Expert

By Sarah Stockett

Sarah Stockett doing a Pilates roll over exercise

If you’re determined to master the Pilates Roll over exercise, here are the three phases to conquer so you look like an expert.

Reconnect With Your Younger Self: A Happiness Tip

By Sarah Stockett

If you’re searching for a quick way to boost your personal happiness, try taking a moment to reconnect with your younger self.

How to Use Cat Pose to Relieve Your Back Pain

By Sarah Stockett

cat stretch is a great quadratus lumborum stretch

Cat pose is a classic yoga pose that’s also used in Pilates. This pose is so popular because it’s excellent for anyone trying to relieve back pain.

Kiss Your Hip Pain Goodbye with the Perfect Sleeping Pigeon Pose

By Sarah Stockett

When you’re suffering from hip pain, you want to get rid of the pain–fast! Choose a version of Sleeping Pigeon pose and feel your pain melt away.