Stretching before and after exercise can help improve your performance, reduce muscle soreness, and prevent injury with the ...

Have you been told that static stretching is bad and doesn't prevent injuries? Most of us have been coached to avoid stretching altogether. We either don’t stretch at all before a workout, or use ...

The seated butterfly is a fantastic stretch for anyone who spends a lot of time sitting down, as it stretches all of the ...

Physiotherapist Lesley Meyer has the lowdown on the importance of stretching, and how to incorporate it into your daily life.

That pre-workout stretching routine you learned in high school gym class might be sabotaging your performance more than helping it. For decades, fitness culture has promoted stretching myths that ...

Learn why your hips feel stiff and how to fix it with these expert-recommended movements for maximum mobility.

Sounds a lot better than hours of cardio, right? If you’re trying to lose weight, it’s easy to hone in on workouts that burn as many calories as possible. For many people, this means cardio, cardio, ...

For many, stretching is the fitness equivalent of awkward small talk. It's the opening act, the thing you tolerate because you know it will be over soon. Others have challenged the practice, ...

If you've been waking up stiff, struggling with achy joints or feeling like your body just doesn't move the way it used to, you're not alone. But here's the feel-good news: A new study reveals that ...

A variety of factors, including injury, inflammation, and activity, can cause back pain in older adults. Seated stretching is one strategy that may help older adults prevent or manage their back pain.

Stretching can help people of all ages maintain flexibility and mobility. Physical therapist Dr. Gregory Minnis recommends foam rollers, slant boards, and stretching straps to help you safely complete ...

When we sit all day, we often slump and slouch, making the front of our bodies feel tight. That's why an Olympic PT always ...