I'll be the first to admit that I used to skip any sort of pre-workout stretch. But it turns out, I was seriously missing out. Dynamic stretching before a sweat sesh is key for optimizing performance, ...

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 ...

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 ...

Dynamic stretches are ideal for a warm up, but choosing the right ones is essential. You plan every training session; what areas of the body you want to focus on, the exercises you’re going to do and ...

We’ve written before at HuffPost UK about why stretching a “stiff” hip may not actually help your ailing flexors. We’ve even shared the way-too-common workout mistake that people with lower back pain ...

EVERYONE knows you should stretch before a workout – but are you doing it correctly? According to a top personal trainer, most people aren’t. Please provide a ...

Researchers say stretching, considered an important part of any athlete's warm-up routine, can actually weaken muscles. The habit of holding a stretch for 20 to 30 seconds, known as static stretching, ...

Editor’s note: Before beginning any new exercise program, consult your doctor. Stop immediately if you experience pain. As you head into the gym, you likely already have a workout plan in mind. Maybe ...