For decades, stretching has been seen as a pillar of fitness routines, a non-negotiable warm-up ritual and a sign of discipline among athletes and casual gym-goers alike. But recent insights challenge ...

For the first time, an international research team has developed concrete, evidence-based stretching recommendations for practical use. The team was led by Prof. Dr. Dr. Jan Wilke of the University of ...

If you’re someone who trains hard, you probably already know that recovery is just as crucial as the workout itself. But to get out the tight kinks and relieve sore muscles, there is a debate about ...

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 ...

It’s no secret that runners need mobility and flexibility, but when it comes to the best stretches for runners, there’s some debate about the best practices. How exactly should runners stretch? And is ...

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. Some fitness experts recommend stretching before a workout, ...

Dr. Shields is a physical therapist with a background in English Literature and a passion for healthcare and education. She hopes to combine her clinical expertise with her love of writing, establish ...

Stretching can help people of all ages maintain flexibility and mobility. Physical therapist Dr. Gregory Minnis recommends foam rollers, slant boards, and stretching straps to help you safely complete ...

Shoulder issues are common in active people. It’s the most mobile joint in the body, which means it’s susceptible to various injuries and ailments, including tightness. If you’re experiencing shoulder ...

The authors do not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organization that would benefit from this article, and have disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their ...

Kurokawa opened his first outpost of Dr Stretch in 2010 – a 40 sq m space with five beds in the Shinyurigaoka area of Kawasaki. Outside the world of professional sport, says Kurokawa, one-on-one ...