As you head into the gym, you likely already have a workout plan in mind. Maybe you’re taking a light jog on the treadmill, or you’re working on some bicep curls on arm’s day. To get the most out of ...

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"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Many pre-workout exercises fit well into most routines, however, it’s best to tailor them to the type of ...

Whether to stretch or not is a common discussion among all types of fitness enthusiasts. The answer largely depends on the individual and the activity accomplished that day. Here is a common question: ...

Have you been told that static stretching is bad and doesn't prevent injuries? Most of us have been coached to avoid stretching altogether. We either don’t stretch at all before a workout, or use ...

Would you expect to hit a personal record in the gym without warming up? Golf requires as much of a warm-up as any other sport. Yet most golfers rarely perform one. They walk directly to the range, ...

Dynamic stretches (stretches you do in motion) mimic the movements you're about to do in your workout and prepare your body accordingly. Static stretches (stretches you hold in stillness) are best ...

The researchers wanted to understand whether warm-up routines really influence performance. They found that simply raising ...

What stretch is best before a workout? Researchers have produced conflicting results when it comes to the best pre-workout stretch. For example, a well-cited August 2003 study showed evidence of ...