Yoga is sometimes thought of as a gentle form of exercise, but a fast power flow can be a great way to build strength. If you want to focus on improving a specific area (like your core, legs or arms) ...

Regularly practicing yoga can have a big impact on your flexibility, especially if you do poses like the child's pose, the forward fold, or Malasana.

Your legs do a lot for you. Whether you’re walking around on your feet all day or moving through a power yoga sequence, your legs support and carry you--literally. To make your day-to-day activities ...

I blend a strong academic background in history (bachelor's and master's) with a passion for storytelling. A history geek at heart, I thrive on weaving narratives and enjoy the charm of classical ...

Summertime sends us outside—walking, running, hiking, biking, or standing still trying to catch a breeze. What do these activities have in common? They require us to use the power of our legs. In fact ...

Welcome to day 21 of the month-long Houston Chronicle Yoga Challenge. Today's move is a split. Yes, a split can sound intimidating. And if you're a beginner or intermediate yogi, you're likely not ...

Whether you click into skis or a snowboard, a strong yet flexible lower body will allow you to cruise down the mountain with control, helping you stay balanced rather than wiping out. This ...

Yoga is a mindful practice that helps you relieve stress and improve flexibility. Yoga can be as intense and involved or therapeutic and relaxing as you’d like. The Legs-Up-the-Wall pose, also known ...

A sequence of yoga positions that encourage blood circulation in legs, stretch the muscles, and release tension can help improve blood flow in the legs. Regular practice of this sequence will increase ...

Fresh out of a leg-day workout? Heavy squats and deadlifts can leave you feeling so badass, but they'll probably also make you pay big time when the muscle soreness hits later. That's where leg ...