In this challenge, athletes attempt a contortionist’s impossible stretches.

You laced up your sneakers (or put on barre socks), had your pre-workout snack and are ready to dive headfirst into your workout. We admire your motivation. However, experts stress it’s vital to ...

In a previous post, I wrote about the mental health benefits of exercise. Research indicates that regular exercise can enhance your sense of self-worth, self-confidence, sleep quality, and overall ...

Vaccines could one day be administered topically, with no needles required, by stretching the skin beforehand. Our skin is an essential barrier against pathogens, and is also tied to our immune system ...

Muscle spasticity, a common symptom of multiple sclerosis (MS), can make everyday movements feel stiff, tight, and painful. Stretching is one way to help reduce some of that discomfort, improve ...

If you’re someone who trains hard, you probably already know that recovery is just as crucial as the workout itself. But to get out the tight kinks and relieve sore muscles, there is a debate about ...

Traditional stretching has its limits. Here’s how using a light dumbbell can help you move better. Traditional stretching has its limits. Here’s how using a light dumbbell can help you move better.

After a long run or a strenuous lifting session, it feels good to stretch your muscles. In addition to preventing injury, stretching can also improve flexibility, making everyday motions a little ...

Once you put in a few hours in the gym or finally take the final step in a miles-long run, it’s very easy to want to head straight to the showers rather than stretching. But not taking the time to ...

If you’ve noticed a few red, purple, or silvery-white scar-like lines on your stomach, hips, or thighs recently, you’re certainly not alone — stretch marks are incredibly common, occurring in about 50 ...

You wake up with a stiff neck, your lower back aches by noon, and your shoulders feel like they’re carrying the weight of the world. Sound familiar? Here’s the thing — most of your body pain isn’t ...