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Recovery

Is Stretching Good or Bad? A Comprehensive Look

As runners, should we really be stretching? And if so, how much, what kind, and when?

David RocheNovember 17, 2021

Recovery

Forgot Your Foam Roller? Try These Makeshift Runner Recovery Tools

Most of these items are easy to find—and all can be used to create the toolkit every runner should have.

Amanda FurrerJune 3, 2021

Recovery

Try This Stretching Routine After Your Next Long Run

Eliminate back, quad, neck, and shoulder tension that compounds after running heavy mileage.

Nicole ClancyMay 28, 2021

Recovery

15-Minute Stretching Routine for Hips and Glutes

Get your stretch on and open up those tight hips with this 15-minute lower-body flexibility circuit.

Michael BergMay 26, 2021

Health

How to Use Active Rest to Break Up Your Day of Sitting

Even taking a short break from sitting can improve your health and your running.

Malissa Rodenburg, Vera TweedApril 21, 2021

Cross-Training

Incorporating Body Maintenance Exercises to Your Routine Is a Tangible Form of Self-Care

Doing the work of even the smallest maintenance exercises does wonders for both body and mind.

Lisa JhungFebruary 25, 2021

Training

What Happens When You Stretch? And What Happens When You Don't?

How dynamic and static stretching can work in your routine to keep you running.

Malissa RodenburgFebruary 12, 2021

Training

One Essential Stretch, One Exercise, One Mindset for Winter 2021

Three simple strategies to keep ourselves moving forward while we wait for change.

Jonathan BeverlyFebruary 1, 2021

Cross-Training

Get a Stronger Stride with these Mobility Moves

If you want to get faster and feel stronger, don’t neglect this key aspect of your daily fitness routine.

Caitlin CarlsonDecember 9, 2020

Recovery

Everything You Need to Know About Runner's Knee

From prevention to treatment, experts provide advice on dealing with runner’s knee.

The Editors of Women's RunningDecember 9, 2020

Training

The 10 Perfect Running Stretches

These active stretches from Gerard Hartmann are the essentials every runner needs to keep healthy and efficient.

Gerard HartmannOctober 20, 2020

Beginner

Why You Shouldn't Stretch Before You Run

Still stretching before you run? Stop. Focus on mobility instead, and save stretching for after (only if it feels good).

Jason FitzgeraldApril 22, 2020

Recovery

How Long After Workouts Is Stretching Still Worthwhile?

Coach Kigar advises on the best time frame during which to stretch and foam roll post-workout.

Hillary KigarOctober 15, 2018

Recovery

The Definitive Guide To Stretching

We’ve all heard stretching is important, but everyone has a different opinion on the proper way to stretch. Let us set the record straight.

September 17, 2018

Health

What’s The Right Way To Stretch?

Experts weigh in on the best ways to apply static and dynamic stretching techniques.

Fara RosenzweigJuly 16, 2018

Health

Here's Why You Should Only Stretch Muscles That Need It

If you are already flexible, continuing to stretch may actually cause instability. Here is what you need to know about stretching.

Ashley LaurettaNovember 11, 2016

Health

The Best Stretch To Do Before And After A Run

Ready, set, run...but wait! Don't forget to stretch.

Ashley LaurettaSeptember 1, 2016

Health

4 Things You Need To Know About Stretching

Do you really need to stretch before or after a run? And what muscles should you stretch?

Ashley LaurettaApril 20, 2016

Training

One Neck Stretch You Have To Try Immediately

This stretch will make everything feel better. Seriously!

Jessica SeborJanuary 28, 2016

Training

At-Home Desk Exercises You Can Do Quickly While Sitting

These efficient moves will break up the monotony of the day, as well as the buildup of bad tissue.

Fara RosenzweigNovember 3, 2015

stretching

Latest Stories

Is Stretching Good or Bad? A Comprehensive Look

Forgot Your Foam Roller? Try These Makeshift Runner Recovery Tools

Try This Stretching Routine After Your Next Long Run

15-Minute Stretching Routine for Hips and Glutes

How to Use Active Rest to Break Up Your Day of Sitting

Incorporating Body Maintenance Exercises to Your Routine Is a Tangible Form of Self-Care

What Happens When You Stretch? And What Happens When You Don't?

One Essential Stretch, One Exercise, One Mindset for Winter 2021

Get a Stronger Stride with these Mobility Moves

Everything You Need to Know About Runner's Knee

The 10 Perfect Running Stretches

Why You Shouldn't Stretch Before You Run

How Long After Workouts Is Stretching Still Worthwhile?

The Definitive Guide To Stretching

What’s The Right Way To Stretch?

Here's Why You Should Only Stretch Muscles That Need It

The Best Stretch To Do Before And After A Run

4 Things You Need To Know About Stretching

One Neck Stretch You Have To Try Immediately

At-Home Desk Exercises You Can Do Quickly While Sitting

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