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.

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 ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Sure, pressing heavy dumbbells over your head is downright badass. But if your shoulders creak like an ...

There are tons of different stretching exercises—you can stretch the whole body, or just focus on specific areas like the legs or hips. There are also static and dynamic stretches. The choice between ...

Our core is an area we are constantly working — whether it's during a workout, maintaining our balance when walking or stabilizing us during daily movement. Despite how much we use the core, ...