Stretching solo isn't cutting it anymore. I have to call on my roommate for backup in order to help release the deep muscle tension brought on by my ergonomically iffy work-from-home station.

These static and dynamic upper-body stretches target the shoulders, hands, arms, chest and back to reduce pain and improve ...

Stress can leave your muscles feeling tight and needing a stretch. Challenging workouts can, too. Long, hard runs? Yep. Heck, just sitting at your desk or driving for a long time can leave you tight!

If you find that muscle stiffness or joint pain prevents you from starting your day on the right foot, developing a morning stretch routine could be what your day is missing. “After a night of ...

When it comes to toning the upper body, the biceps and triceps may get all the love, but chest exercises shouldn’t be overlooked. Chest workouts offer a variety of benefits from building strength to ...

QL stretches can help improve flexibility and relieve aches and pains while preventing new ones. The quadratus lumborum (QL) is a deep core muscle located in your back, which runs from the top of your ...

When most runners think about stretching they go straight to the lower body. While it is important to stretch the legs that carry you miles and miles, you shouldn't forget your upper body. Rounded ...

As promised in the "Get Back on the Fitness Horse" article, the following stretching plan will assist you with starting an exercise program safely and without as much soreness. The stretching program ...

Stretching may allow for greater joint movement and improve posture. Stretching may help release muscle tension and soreness and reduce the risk of injury. It may also help increase circulation, ...