By Helen Vanderburg, Nautilus Institute® Master Trainer

Yoga and Pilates are the biggest trends in the fitness industry today. These traditional techniques for improving health and well being are now becoming standard activities for many fitness enthusiasts.
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By Chad Tackett, CPT

Flexibility is a joint’s ability to move through a full range of motion. Flexibility training (stretching) helps balance muscle groups that might be overused during exercise or physical activity or as a result of bad posture. It’s important to clearly understand the many benefits that result from a good flexibility program.

By Wayne Westcott, Nautilus Institute™ Contributing Expert

Free weights are challenging to use because proper execution requires relatively high levels of muscle control and coordination. This is particularly true for the core stabilization muscles, such as the erector spinae, oblique and abdominal groups. Free weights also offer a wide range of movement options. For me, the biggest advantage of barbell and dumbbell exercises is the feeling of complete control over an external weight load that is difficult to duplicate on machines.
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