Stretching is an important component of exercise programs, but most people forgo it or rely on the same stretches they’ve been doing since high school. “Stretching” (DK Publishing Inc., 2005) offers ...

Stretching and breathing go hand in hand. In fact, instead of timing each stretch, hold it for 2-3 breath cycles. Since breathing is the first and last thing we do on this Earth, it makes sense to be ...

(KUTV) — Knee pain can interfere with everyday life. Jeffrey Beck, exercise specialist from Intermountain Medical Center in Murray says that knee pain is often caused by weakness and tightness in the ...

Some truths seem self-evident--like the importance of stretching before exercise to prevent injury. Too bad the scientific evidence doesn’t support it. In recent years, recreational athletes have ...

Stretching before you hit the gym may not help your workout, but make it worse. An analysis of several studies found stretching before physical activity can reduce muscle strength. People who ...