Keep heavy necessities at the gym to help avoid back or shoulder pain.

We hear a lot about how exercising can improve your life, but to be honest, there are a few negative side effects, too. If you’re a dedicated gym-goer, you’ve probably suffered at some point from sore shoulders from schlepping a bag full of workout gear to and from the office, gym, and house. The easy solution: minimize the amount of stuff you bring (looking at you, full-size shampoo bottle), rent a locker at the gym, and make sure to choose a gym back with two backpack straps to keep the load balanced.

Pack Rat:

Carry a heavy load with confidence with these easy tips.

Roll Call:

Sore back? Loosen up those muscles with a foam rolling session.