The terms mobility and flexibility are often used interchangeably in fitness conversations, yet they represent distinctly different aspects of physical capability with unique implications for movement ...

Sounds a lot better than hours of cardio, right? If you’re trying to lose weight, it’s easy to hone in on workouts that burn as many calories as possible. For many people, this means cardio, cardio, ...

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New research published today in The Journal of Physiology shows that 12 weeks of easy-to-administer passive stretching helps improve blood flow by making it easier for your arteries to dilate and ...

What would it feel like to be forever young, where your age is literally just a number and doesn’t define your physical or mental abilities? Life is in constant motion always moving forward and we all ...

Stretching is popular in fitness programs, athletic preparations and injury rehabilitation and beneficial for several muscle conditions. It is known to lessen stress, relieve headaches and backaches, ...

Stretching may provide a variety of benefits. People can perform stretches anywhere and at any time. Doing so regularly may help increase flexibility and reduce the risk of injury. Share on Pinterest ...

You know those mornings when your body feels like it’s auditioning for the role of the Tin Man? I’ve had my fair share, especially when I head out for a walk and realize my hips and hamstrings didn’t ...

Restricted joints and tight muscles can slow even the fittest people. Stretch therapy is becoming an increasingly common part of physical fitness routines for active St. Louisans looking to better ...