Functional fitness exercises include those that mirror real-life movements, such as squats, deadlifts, and walking lunges. A new report suggests that doing these can help athletes improve their ...

A growing number of experts warn that what’s marketed as “functional fitness” may be more hype than science—raising questions ...

Editor’s note: Dana Santas, known as the “Mobility Maker,” is a certified strength and conditioning specialist and mind-body coach in professional sports, and is the author of the book “Practical ...

Running will help you stay active as you age, but when you’re out clocking miles, your body is consistently working in the sagittal plane (as in, moving forward). This limits your range of motion in ...

For more at-home strength workouts — plus meal plans, fitness challenges, walking podcasts and inspiration — download the Start TODAY app! Functional fitness has become a trendy buzzword in the ...

The healthiest things you can do for yourself are often the most basic: drinking water, eating your greens, and moving your body are just three examples. It’s the latter that’s at the core of the ...