Writer Caroline Goldfarb, who’s purchased a lot of home stretching equipment, explains what products always help her aching body feel better.

Stretching exercises are as much a part of strength training as a mat is to yoga. Here are 17 of the most effective ones for the whole body.

Stretching spider silk makes it stronger New study finds the amount of stretching determines the fibers' properties Date: March 7, 2025 Source: Northwestern University Summary: When they weave ...

PNF stretching may actually lead to in performance of strength, power, and speed-based activities if performed immediately beforehand. So it’s probably best done after exercise or as a part of a ...

Upward Salute is the first stretch in the Wake Up module—a gentle way to ease into the morning’s stretching routine. Bend, Elissa Sanci/NYT Wirecutter I particularly like starting my mornings ...

I found that the World’s Greatest Stretch lived up to its name when I added it to my recovery routine. Here’s how to do it, and why you should.

Prestinpino explains that this stretch helps to lengthen and relax the psoas muscle. Kneel on one knee, with the other foot flat on the floor in front Lean forward, keeping your back straight, to ...

Once you pay for a subscription — for $13.99/month — you’ll unlock a 15-minute Full Body stretch that has over 20 moves. This routine covers all the major muscles and joints in your body ...

Before using stretching as a quick fix for muscle tension, it’s important to ask yourself why you feel tight in the first place so you can determine if stretching isn’t advisable.

Feeling tight or stiff? Stretching can help. Here’s everything you wanted to know about static stretching, dynamic stretching, and other techniques to ease tension.

Stretching around 2–3 times per week can help maintain flexibility and stability as an older adult. Stretches include neck stretches, back stretches, and stretches for the inner thighs.