Dr. Shields is a physical therapist with a background in English Literature and a passion for healthcare and education. She hopes to combine her clinical expertise with her love of writing, establish ...

Share on Pinterest Eccentric exercise may help build muscle strength with less strain on the body, which may benefit older individuals. DragonImages/Getty Images A lesser-known type of exercise can ...

Ask someone in the weight room to point to their trapezius muscle, or “traps” in gym-speak, and they’ll probably gesture toward the small mounds of muscle nestled in between their neck and shoulders.

To avoid injury before you hit the gym, personal trainer, Aaron Small, PhD offers these hamstring and calf stretches. 111.879 Aaron Small, Physical Therapist: Gym Smarts: Stretching Part One First ...