Runners have various ways of getting race-day ready; most incorporate a stretching routine and race-day stretches. Here are the top four stretches for marathon prep. The post Runners are using ...

Quad stretches are probably the most common stretches you’ll see runners do – mostly standing on one leg, holding the ankle behind them. But why is stretching the quads so important for runners? And ...

Mejia recommended hamstring stretches, calf stretches and a standing quad stretch. The quad stretch targets the quadriceps and hip flexor muscles as you stand on one leg and bend the knee of the other ...

Stretching and gentle mobility exercises before, during and after a flight can help improve circulation, reduce stiffness and ...

There are plenty of reasons to start stretching regularly, especially if you work out. You can improve your range of motion, circulation, and athletic performance. The post Make this full-body ...

You can always slightly cut back on your active exercise time to incorporate flexibility work. For example, if you usually ...

She said it’s a great stretch for hip flexors and glutes. Mejia recommended hamstring stretches, calf stretches and a standing quad stretch.

3. Standing Quad/Hip Flexor Stretch Why it works: “The standing quad stretch opens up the front of the leg and helps lengthen your hip flexors,” Fitzgerald says.

But limber quads don't take forever to maintain – all you need are a few minutes to do these simple, adjustable quad stretches. We spoke to Olly Banks and James Barr, PTs at Fitness First for the best ...

The quad stretch targets the quadriceps and hip flexor muscles as you stand on one leg and bend the knee of the other leg while grabbing the opposite foot, pulling it toward your rear.

How you start and end your workout can make a difference in how you feel. Here’s when to use dynamic and static stretches to improve your fitness routine.