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.

What we thought we knew about stretching might be wrong. One of the five components of fitness, (cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength, muscular endurance and body composition are the other four ...

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 ...

Stretching is often overlooked by gym-goers who rush through their workouts. However, proper stretching before and after exercise is crucial for preventing injuries, improving performance, and aiding ...