Stephanie Mansour
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Stephanie Mansour is a nationally recognized health and fitness expert. In her column, “Exercise Well,” she shows you her fitness tips.
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Improving posture helps create more space for the internal organs, can help improve blood flow, and helps stabilize the upper back to prevent pain.
Pilates trains the body to work all parts of the core — the front and back of the body as well as the inner thighs.
Regardless of what type of shape you’re in, some recreational sports require different muscle power than those you’re more accustomed to using during your workouts.
First, start with lighter weights than you think. I often see people using improper form with dumbbells, and lifting weights that are too heavy are a key reason.
The standard daily recommendation is to drink half of your body weight in ounces of water every day.
Lunges are great exercises to strengthen and tone both the front and back of your legs, your glutes and improve balance.