If you've ever run, jumped or been told you have good posture, you have your hip flexor muscles to thank. On the other end, muscle pain and immobility issues are also often connected to problems ...

When a move is called the World’s Greatest Stretch, it really has to produce the goods, so it’s fortunate that the World’s Greatest Stretch really is one that everyone should be doing, because it ...

1. Stand in a doorway. Cross one leg over the other leg. 2. Reach toward the side with the leg that’s in front. 3. Push onto ...

The history of purposeful stretching can be traced back many centuries. Stretching was used by soldiers and competitors in the Greek and Roman empires, as well as in ancient yoga and martial arts ...

Neck stretches, including chin tucks and chin rolls, can help relieve tension and improve mobility in your neck.Completing three or four types of neck stretches each day can improve your neck ...

If you haven't tried fascia stretch training (FST-7) before, you've been missing out on a potentially seriously beneficial method for muscle growth. FST-7 was developed by bodybuilding coach Hany ...

I'll be the first to admit that I used to skip any sort of pre-workout stretch. But it turns out, I was seriously missing out. Dynamic stretching before a sweat sesh is key for optimizing performance, ...

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Our core is an area we are constantly working — whether it's during a workout, maintaining our balance when walking or stabilizing us during daily movement. Despite how much we use the core, ...

In November, I ran the New York City marathon for the first time. In the months leading up to the race, I consistently prioritized one thing in my training regimen, even more than running: stretching.

You might be surprised how much you're already hitting this valuable muscle group. Here's how to avoid going overboard.