A new wave of research is showing what the old gym myths about stretching got wrong—and what you really need to do to reap its benefits.

You’ve seen it in every fitness class, sports movie, and gym session. People touching their toes, pulling their arms across their chests, and lunging side to side before their workout begins. Static ...

For many people of a certain age, high school gym class began with reaching for their toes. Then, over the years, we were told it was better to stretch after exercise. It turns out, both those things ...

Does stretching make you weaker? Or is it a good way to warm up? Turns out it depends what you're doing. August 9, 2024 Add as a preferred source on Google Add as a preferred source on Google Should ...

Stretching is widely considered one of the cornerstones of physical well-being. Whether you’re warming up before a workout or winding down after a long day, stretching has long been associated with ...

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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.

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