LONDON — Want a better workout? Then don't stretch beforehand, some experts say. Many people take it for granted that they should start their exercise routines with some stretching on the spot, ...

Loosening your muscles is beneficial, but choosing the right type of movement for your chosen exercise is key ...

You’ve seen it in every fitness class, sports movie, and gym session. People touching their toes, pulling their arms across their chests, and lunging side to side before their workout begins. Static ...

That pre-workout stretching routine you learned in high school gym class might be sabotaging your performance more than helping it. For decades, fitness culture has promoted stretching myths that ...

Everyone knows the secret to a safer, more effective workout: several minutes of stretching beforehand, to get the blood flowing and make muscles limber, right? Think again. Many experts have cooled ...

Editor’s note: Before beginning any new exercise program, consult your doctor. Stop immediately if you experience pain. As you head into the gym, you likely already have a workout plan in mind. Maybe ...

Dr. Carrie Jose, in her latest Health and Wellness column, explains what the reasons could be if your stretches don't work.

Dynamic warm-ups involve moving the body through a range of motion, which helps to increase blood flow to the muscles and improve flexibility. Unlike static stretching, which involves holding a ...