Stretching exercises can be extremely helpful, but if not done correctly they can not only be a waste of time, they can be ...

It’s highly likely that you’re sitting at your desk as you read this. At the very least, you’re probably sitting down – we do ...

As well as this, further studies investigated the effect of working the muscle in the stretched position, to find it has ...

Isolated stretching is a highly effective way to improve flexibility in specific muscle groups. By focusing on a single ...

Place a rolled up towel or foam roller just above your low back. Place your hands behind your head. Exhale slowly as you ...

Fitness instructors say these simple movements go a long way for building flexibility, body awareness and confidence.

“Doing the couch stretch – loosening up the quads, hip flexors and piriformis [a muscle running from the lower spine to the ...

So PNF stretching is potentially a more time-efficient way to improve flexibility, compared to, for example, static stretching. In a recent study we found four minutes of static stretching per muscle ...

A pulled (or strained) muscle could take a few days to feel better. Severe injury could take weeks to months. Find out what ...

Stretching can be a welcome alternative, helping soothe sore muscles and providing a welcome break from the stresses of a busy schedule. Everyone can benefit from stretching and the good news is ...