The mind-muscle connection is a way of developing awareness of different parts of your body, partly to help you perfect your technique and get the best results while working out, but also as part of a ...

Think of it this way: When you walk, you typically do it without much thought. But if you slow down and visualize the muscles you're using with each step, you’ll bring awareness to your posture and ...

Some workouts leave you buzzing, muscles pumping, and energy on high. Others leave you wondering if you made any progress at all. The difference often comes down to more than just the weight on the ...

You’ve probably heard the saying “running is 90 percent mental, the rest is physical.” Of course you need the muscular strength to propel you forward, but without your brain, you won’t get far. It’s ...

Did you know that focusing on contracting muscles can help your body and mind work together seamlessly? The pros that know with S&R Fitness have some tips to help improve and build a strong ...

TAMPA (BLOOM) – There is a study that might be game-changer when it comes to building muscle and strengthening your bones. According to the National Library of Medicine, it is important to note of the ...

My name is Cori Ritchey, and I am an exercise physiology nerd turned fitness journalist, and the fitness editor at Women’s Health. When I’m not writing, editing, and researching fitness, I’m teaching ...

Think back to your last lifting workout -- were you 100 percent focused on the task at hand, or were you contemplating what to make for dinner, stewing about work or daydreaming about a vacation? It's ...

Expect perks like improved mobility, posture, and even muscle mass.

Test your knowledge with this quiz on common weight-bearing exercises and their target muscles. You can use what you learn to help sharpen your mind-muscle connection. Share on Pinterest Kate ...