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 ...

Running is fun! Stretching, less so. Yes, we know that stretching is important, but why ruin a good endorphin buzz by doing something boring? We’ve all come up with excuses to put off running’s ...

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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 ...

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (TENNESSEE VALLEY LIVING) - You already know what day it is. It’s Movement Monday! Paul Powell, owner of Stretch Zone, showed us how we can do both dynamic and static stretching.

Dynamic warm-ups involve moving the body through a range of motion, which helps to increase blood flow to the muscles and improve flexibility. Unlike static stretching, which involves holding a ...

Instead of static stretching, recent studies suggest that dynamic warm-ups are more effective in preparing the body for a run. In this article, we will explore the importance of dynamic warm-ups, ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." For many people, stretching exercises often land on the list of “things I should do but don’t.” They’re ...

As you head into the gym, you likely already have a workout plan in mind. Maybe you’re taking a light jog on the treadmill, or you’re working on some bicep curls on arm’s day. To get the most out of ...

If you're in need of ways to reduce stiffness, introduce calm and move better, look no further than static stretches. After a vigorous workout or in the evening when your muscles have warmed up during ...

Numerous studies have shown that static stretching compromise a muscle’s ability to produce strength either isometric or isokinetic, and dynamic stretching, on the other hand, may improve muscle ...