If your hip flexors are as tight as mine, you might also benefit from doing the couch stretch, which I’ve been doing every ...

Place your forearms deep into the creases of your hips. Squat down with your arms in this position so that your hands reach ...

After a long run or a strenuous lifting session, it feels good to stretch your muscles. In addition to preventing injury, stretching can also improve flexibility, making everyday motions a little ...

In November, I ran the New York City marathon for the first time. In the months leading up to the race, I consistently prioritized one thing in my training regimen, even more than running: stretching.

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, ...