Some goals people set for themselves carry risks, and the nervous system may quietly steer you away from them.

From reformer pilates and running to strength training and spin classes, the fitness world now offers something for almost every ability and preference. Teamed with our collective interest in trackers ...

Somatic stem cells are microscopic workhorses, constantly regenerating cells throughout the body: skin and the lining of the intestine, for example. And to University of Illinois neuroscientists, they ...

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It seems like there's always a new workout trending on social media, but the latest one focuses more on exercising your mind than your body. Somatic training is a gentle (like, extremely gentle) style ...

Your nervous system is a network that sends signals between your brain and other parts of your body to control your body's movements and processes. This system includes your brain, spinal cord, and ...

Your sympathetic nervous system is one of the branches of your autonomic nervous system. It controls functions under unconscious control related to “fight or flight.” Your nervous system plays a ...

Do you ever feel your body craving intentional, slow movement instead of a HIIT sweat sesh? Somatic exercises are a great way to get that fill while calming your nervous system (like helping anxiety) ...