Brad and Mike demonstrate the 3 most aggressive IT band stretches to stop pain.

When I say “IT,” you might think “information technology” instead of “iliotibial,” and TBH, I don’t blame you. I'm not here to chat tech—instead, let’s get the lowdown on a lower body tendon called ...

If staying in your cozy, warm bed for an extra 15 minutes sounds a whole lot better than putting on Spandex and trekking to spin class this time of year, here’s a super-effective workout you can do ...

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 — ...

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor and has been writing about health, fitness, and science here since 2015. Beth was the recipient of the 2017 Carnegie Science Award in science ...

Looping a band around your thighs while doing side-by-side squats is no walk in the park — yes, I'm speaking from experience. But if there's one way to make your exercises more challenging without ...

Most resistance bands are made from latex and rubber (or some combination of the two) and use plastic parts for accessories ...

When gyms closed in early March, I stocked up on affordable fitness equipment that I could easily store in my tiny New York City apartment. Resistance bands quickly became the MVP of that category — ...

It's tough to maintain a fitness routine when you're on the go and don't have access to a gym. However, there's an easy solution: resistance bands. These portable workout centers, which easily fit ...

Resistance bands are often treated as a travel substitute when you can’t get to the gym. But evidence suggests they deserve a permanent place in your training. A 2019 analysis of eight studies found ...

Grab your resistance bands and get ready to get started! With five do-anywhere moves, you’ll be toned up and ready to hit the beach or the streets in no time. Grab your resistance bands and get ready ...