A new wave of research is showing what the old gym myths about stretching got wrong—and what you really need to do to reap ...

For many people of a certain age, high school gym class began with reaching for their toes. Then, over the years, we were told it was better to stretch after exercise. It turns out, both those things ...

Fact checked by Nick Blackmer Stretching relieves stiffness and supports mobility, especially as you age.Experts recommend dynamic stretching before workouts, static stretching after, and about five ...

Stretching is a fixed part of many people’s exercise routines. New research, however, shows that its effects are often ...

Flexibility is a common component of recommended exercise for people of all ages, and new research suggests that people who are more flexible may live longer. The study used 20 joint movements ...

Jakob Roze, CSCS, is a health writer and high-end personal trainer. He is the founder and CEO of RozeFit, a high-end concierge personal training practice and online blog. Most people will experience ...

Prolonged desk work can lead to musculoskeletal problems ranging from annoying aches and pains to injuries. This month, we launched a six-part series showing you how to stretch and strengthen your ...

The glute muscles are an important part of pelvic support and link strongly to the hips," says Fatema Contractor, consultant ...

Olympic athletes and everyday adults have surprisingly similar physical issues. That's why an Olympic physical therapist ...

For many people of a certain age, high school gym class began with reaching for their toes. Then, over the years, we were told it was better to stretch after exercise. It turns out, both those things ...