
Becks Shepherd
Becks is a freelance journalist and writer with more than 7 years of experience in the field. She writes health and lifestyle content for a range of titles including Live Science, Top Ten Reviews, Tom’s Guide, Stylist, The Independent, and more. She also ghostwrites for a number of Physiotherapists and Osteopaths.
Health has been a big part of Becks’ lifestyle since time began. When she’s not writing about the topic of health, she’s in the gym learning new compound exercises. And when she’s not in the gym, she’s most probably reading.
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A Pilates instructor says your back feels stiff because you're not moving it enough—try doing these four spine-lengthening moves to fix itThese bodyweight moves will help create some space in your spine
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I asked a Pilates instructor for her favourite moves to help stretch and strengthen tight hips—here are the seven exercises she recommendsHack your hips with these expert-approved bodyweight moves
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This daily stretching routine eases muscle stiffness, improves flexibility and boosts circulation—and it takes two minutesTry out this yoga instructor’s go-to stretching routine
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Increase your flexibility at any age with these five physical therapist-approved stretchesA physical therapist shares the five stretches he gives to nearly everyone to fix their posture, gait and flexibility
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“Calm the nervous system, release tension, and prepare the body for rest”—a yoga instructor shares the three moves she does before bed for a better night’s sleepSupercharge your sleep with these expert-recommended yoga poses
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These are the nine strength training moves that keep this 100-year-old strong, independent, and mobileExercises to future-proof your body
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The seven best equipment-free exercises for a stronger coreEnhance your core strength from home with these effective moves
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A Pilates instructor says these five moves will help you build full-body strength and healthier jointsAll you need is a resistance band and your bodyweight
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A trainer says these six strength and mobility moves will undo the damage of your desk jobSpent all day behind a screen? Roll out your mat, grab some dumbbells, and complete these moves
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If you want to stay flexible as you age, a yoga instructor says you should make sure you're practicing these three posesEase tension and tightness with these easy poses
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Five easy Pilates moves to do at home that will keep your back flexible as you ageTry these five exercises to help your spine feel more supple in minutes
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“Aiming for 10,000 steps is a myth”—a walking coach reveals how many daily steps she recommends taking and offers tips on how to get thereThis benchmark yields major health benefits
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"Think of movement as an investment in your future self"—a Pilates teacher says these three moves will keep you strong and limber as you ageImprove longevity with this trio of bodyweight exercises
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A Pilates instructor says you can strengthen your core and improve posture with this five-minute exercise snackThis easy-at-home routine will boost your balance and stability—all you need is your bodyweight
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Undo the damage of your desk job with this 10-minute routine that boosts hip mobility and strengthThis workout targets tension, rebuilds strength and improves mobility
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I asked a Pilates instructor what her favorite exercise is for lower back pain—here is the move she swears byOne simple move that can ease away tightness and tension
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These three balance exercises will “make you more resilient to falls” as you age, according to a physical therapistThese challenges test different elements of balance to help develop each one
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The four calf exercises every runner should include in their gym routine, according to physical therapistsTargeted exercises to upgrade your running and reduce your risk of injury
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I'm always stiff from sitting, so I tested out a 12-minute morning mobility routine to see if it could helpThe short routine taught me a lot about my body
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A stretching expert says this five-minute routine can improve your posture and relieve tension caused by sitting down all day—and you can do it at your deskYou won’t even have to leave your desk
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If you only have 30 minutes to work out, a trainer says you should do these seven moves to hit all the major muscle groupsWorkout Hit all major muscle groups in one go
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A yoga instructor recommends practicing this pose if your lower back hurts at the end of the dayYoga Ease stiffness with this beginner-friendly stretch
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Anyone new to Pilates should start with these four YouTube challenges, according to instructorsPilates Create consistency and build a strong foundation with these at-home Pilates challenges
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You only need 20 minutes to improve your strength and flexibility with this blended Pilates and yoga workoutPilates/ yoga A dynamic workout that offers the best of both worlds
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