Warming up before physical activity has been around as long as people have engaged in organized sports and exercise. It has been reported that the athletes in ancient Greece and Rome would perform ...

When you’re gearing up for a run or workout, your warm-up might be an afterthought. You may even skip a pre-run routine altogether so that you can get straight to your effort. However, running coaches ...

Stretching before and after exercise can help improve your performance, reduce muscle soreness, and prevent injury with the ...

Everyone who exercises regularly is aware they should warm up prior to jumping into their workout. But should the warm-up include stretching? The common belief is that stretching makes you more ...

It can be tough to find the motivation to exercise during the cold, winter months. But many of us have discovered a love for walking or jogging — with a renewed appreciation for getting outside for ...

You get to the gym and check your watch: You have an hour to fit in a workout before your busy day beckons. The temptation—understandably—is to dive right into the good stuff. The heavy lifting or ...

Instead of stretching, pick a few key moves to properly prepare your body for your workout. Credit...Nicholas Sansone for The New York Times Supported by By Cindy Kuzma Twenty-plus years ago, a ...

Not all warm-ups work the same way. Tamannaah Bhatia’s fitness coach breaks down the difference between general and specific warm-ups, and how a smarter routine can boost performance and prevent ...