For as different as we all are, most runners these days have one thing in common: We lead busy lives. It can be a win to just get out the door and get your miles in. As such, we often roll right out ...

David Huie, 27, a doctor of physical therapy, demonstrates the dynamic stretch for the back and hips, swinging the leg from left to right in a smooth motion, inside the Krupa Center at Cleveland ...

Discussing stretching in a fitness column can come across as somewhat “vanilla” in comparison to the fanciness of strength training or core stabilization. Not this time. This stretching column is ...

In the world of fitness and wellness, there's such a strong focus on strength training, cardio workouts, and of course nutrition. However, one aspect that is sometimes overlooked but is equally ...

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If you hate stretching before exercising, you’re certainly not alone. It can be boring and it may seem like a waste of time. However, static stretching doesn’t improve performance or prevent injury ...

You may already know that stretching serves an important role in health and fitness, yet it isn’t always so clear when to stretch, or how. “Stretching is a technique that can be used to prepare the ...

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Somewhere between lacing up your sneaks and starting your first set of squats, you face the most important decision of your workout: Warm up, or not? There's a good chance you just skip it. After all, ...

If you hate stretching before exercising, you're certainly not alone. It can be boring and it may seem like a waste of time. However, static stretching doesn't improve performance or prevent injury ...

THE STATE OF your hamstrings determines more about your body’s condition than you might expect. Tightness in your hamstrings can cause back pain, hip mobility, and even bad posture. “Tight hamstrings ...