Then, over the years, we were told it was better to stretch after exercise. It turns out, both those things can be true, but the differing advice has created some confusion.

Unlock the benefits of stretching after a rigorous leg workout with our latest video. Designed for fitness enthusiasts and fit individuals over 40, we guide you through essential yoga exercises to ...

“A lot of people like to jump right into the workout, but stretching before and after is what’s going to determine how effective your workout can be for today and the next time you do it ...

Stretching is great for relaxation and stress relief. Gentle stretches help release tension that gets stored in muscles due ...

Static stretching, or staying in position, is especially good after exercise, strength training, or physical activity, i.e. when you’re already warmed up. It can help with relaxation or stress ...

Stretching provides many benefits to your body and general well-being. Aim to stretch 5 to 10 minutes before and after exercise.

Herbert RD, de Noronha M, Kamper SJ. Stretching to prevent or reduce muscle soreness after exercise Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2011;7:CD0045771. One reason for stretching before or after exercise is ...

"Stretching helps your muscles relax and keeps them from getting too tight. A few minutes of stretching after exercise can make a big difference in how you feel the next day." ...

A systematic review into the efficacy of static stretching as part of a warm-up for the prevention of exercise-related injury. Res Sports Med. 2008;16(3):213-31. doi: 10.1080/15438620802310784 ...

“Stretching after exercise helps muscles return to their resting length, reducing the risk of stiffness and soreness,” says Graca. “This is crucial for older adults, ...

First, ramping down can be helpful for especially intense exercise. If you suddenly stop after a hard workout, your blood pressure may drop while your blood vessels are still dilated, causing you ...