Ready to warm up? Dynamic stretches ensure your training sessions don't go to waste, as it prepares your body to get those ...

If you spend most of your day in a seated position, it would benefit your whole body to spend some time stretching your hamstrings. Even if you’re active, you’ll see benefits—limited ...

For example, when doing a typical static hamstring stretch, you prop your heel up on a curb or bench, straighten your leg, and lean forward, allowing gravity to do the work. In the active version ...

Some arm stretches, like the Eagle Arms and Reverse Prayer, may help relieve pain in your back, neck, and shoulders. You can do these stretches sitting, standing, or lying down. With the ...

While these back stretches are generally safe and helpful, they may not be right for you. Talk to your healthcare provider about this or any other exercise regimen before getting started. Your ...

To maximize the time you spend getting long and loose, you want to do effective stretches that will make an impact on your workouts and your life—that’s where leg stretches come in.

stretching helps warm up your muscles and reduces the risk of injuries, including sprains. Dynamic stretching before a workout, such as leg swings or arm circles, helps enhance blood circulation ...

Hold for 45 seconds and roll your torso back up when you're done. Once you feel a stretch in the back of your thigh, that is where you should stay, even if you don’t make it very far in the bend. You ...

This stretch targets your hamstrings, lower back, and calves. It’s perfect for releasing tightness in your legs and back after a night’s sleep. How to perform: Stand with your feet hip-width ...

Complete two sets of 10 reps. With this stretch, you can restore rotation in your hip joint. This will help you to feel more comfortable sleeping with your legs sprawled out or closer together.