Research shows these five exercises can improve your running performance.
During a tough run, it’s easy to find yourself counting down the minutes until the cool down. But when the glorious moment arrives, it’s also pretty tempting to skip stretching in favor of chugging ...
Stretching before and after exercise can help improve your performance, reduce muscle soreness, and prevent injury with the ...
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 ...
Running with stiff, tight muscles is not only hard, but it can also set you up for injury if you make it a habit. So doing a few running stretches regularly to maintain or improve your flexibility and ...
Warming up before a running competition is key to getting the best out of your body. But did you know that not every race ...
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.
Stretching before a workout doesn’t have to be boring. If you’re eager to get your heart rate up and your body moving, try starting off with dynamic warm-up exercises that offer both immediate and ...
A strength coach shares science-backed running tips, from the 80/20 training rule to recovery, stretching and choosing shoes, to help you run further while avoiding injury.
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 ...