If you have sharp pain or tightness on the outside of your knees or hips, there’s a good chance it’s caused by your IT band. This area of the body is notoriously tough to stretch, but never fear — ...

Pain in the IT band can sideline even the best of athletes and, unfortunately, IT band syndrome is all too common among runners and cyclists. Luckily there are IT Band exercises (along with lots of ...

This physical therapist recommends tons of stretches every day, and he says the worst IT band stretch is one you're likely doing a lot. Stretching has a stellar reputation as a recovery modality, but ...

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Some of the smallest changes can make all the difference. We are nearly half way through 2019 and you may have reached a plateau or burnout, or both. So make a small change: add or subtract weights, ...

Gentle exercises like towel scrunches, ankle circles, and standing calf raises can help improve ankle strength, mobility, and balance after an ankle sprain. Mobility, stretching, and strengthening ...