Ready to give yourself the best present of all this year? How about the body you’ve always wanted, one toned trouble spot at a time. Read the full slideshow on Prevention.com.
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The Exercise That Boosts Your Vertical Jump
Want to jump higher? Squat lower. Read full article on Yahoo! Sports’ ThePostGame.com.
Blast Your Abs—Without a Single Crunch
To truly carve your core, get up off the floor. Certain upper-body moves fire up your six-pack muscles as much as—if not more than—crunches. Read the full article in Men’s Health News.
Which Lift Should You Do First?
When you’re making your to-do list, you tend to put more important tasks up top. A new research review confirms you should take the same approach in the gym. Put key moves up front for the biggest strength gains. Read the full article in Men’s Health News.
Workout Recovery: 4 Natural Remedies for Muscle Soreness
Countless drinks and pills promise to soothe sore muscles and speed up your recovery time after a tough workout, but do any actually help? Read the rundown of four all-natural remedies that have been backed up by science in Women’s Health.