Running with stiff, tight muscles is not only hard, but it can also set you up for injury if you make it a habit. So doing a few running stretches regularly to maintain or improve your flexibility and ...

3. Hold for one minute. Remember, you don’t have to do all 10 of these hip flexor exercises all at once. Integrate some of the static stretches into your day while doing the dynamic stretches before ...

October is National Physical Therapy Month, when the American Physical Therapy Association recognizes tens of thousands of ...

People serious about exercise often stretch before and after running or vigorous exercise. This practice is designed to prevent muscular injury and cramping. Animals who run to stay alive, like ...

Why should we stretch at all? According to personal trainer Desiree Lethaus, stretching has a range of benefits for the body, including better posture, improved flexibility, and better mobility.

There are tons of different stretching exercises—you can stretch the whole body, or just focus on specific areas like the legs or hips. There are also static and dynamic stretches. The choice between ...