We often treat stretching as an activity reserved for the gym or a cool-down routine after exercise. But adding a few mindful stretches into your morning isn’t just about loosening some stiff muscles ...

Even if you spend the entire night sleeping on your back, (the most doctor-approved sleeping position), you probably wake up feeling a little creaky and stiff. Any prolonged time you spend being ...

You roll out of bed, stumble to the kitchen, and reach for your coffee maker like it’s a lifeline. After that first magical sip, you feel human enough to consider stretching or moving your body. But ...

As a health journalist, I’ve heard repeatedly from experts (trainers, physical therapists, even doctors…) about the benefits of stretching. Stretching is important for flexibility and having a good ...

Ever felt that sharp, stabbing heel pain when you take your first few steps in the morning? It might be plantar fasciitis, which affects millions of people in the U.S. each year, and can be a real ...

A recent study found that a common upper-body stretch can quickly lower blood pressure. We spoke to an expert about how you ...

Nick Blackmer is a librarian, fact-checker, and researcher with more than 20 years of experience in consumer-facing health and wellness content. Stretching relieves stiffness and supports mobility, ...