Picture the perfect running gait: You lean forward from the ankles, arms swinging back and forth to support your momentum, as your legs move in a full circle and your feet land gracefully, one at a ...

You may not think about your ankles often. But they play a critical role in supporting your everyday activities, whether you’re training for a marathon or bending to grab your dirty laundry from the ...

We lose a little range of movement as we age. Here are seven ways to test yours. We lose a little range of movement as we age. Here are seven ways to test yours. Credit...Theodore Tae/The New York ...

For many people, sore, achy feet can be bothersome after walking long distances. But for others, dealing with chronic ankle or heel pain is an everyday occurrence.To help relieve pain or discomfort in ...

Flexibility, how do you define it? In simple terms, it's about moving efficiently from one position to the next. Proper mobility requires a balance of flexibility, strength, and control across ...

(CNN) — Until you’ve had an injury, it’s easy to forget the important role your ankles play in your ability to move. Stiff ankles can throw off your entire body’s mechanics. Limited movement at your ...

One of the reasons why some of us love cycling so much is because it’s a low-impact endurance sport that doesn’t put too much pressure on your joints. That means you can safely rack up miles with ...

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. I hate stretching, but ...

Cycling is a low-impact endurance sport, which is why you can confidently push the pedals with little to no worries about putting too much pressure on your knees, hips, or ankles. But, this doesn’t ...