Flexibility & Mobility
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The Science Behind the Stretch
Why stretching goes beyond just muscles.
3 Types of Stretching
Building flexibility doesn’t have to be complicated.
What Is Targeted Mobility?
This new form of stretching can help close the gap between your passive and active range of motion.
What Is Dynamic Stretching?
If you’re looking to take your joints and muscles through their full range of motion, try dynamic stretching.
How to Stretch and Strengthen Your Calves
Here are four moves to stretch and strengthen your lower legs to avoid pain, stiffness, and cramping.
What Is Static Stretching?
The health benefits of static stretching depend on when you do it.
Why Stretching Is Good for You
Here’s the latest science on stretching. Plus, we have eight mobility exercises to help you build flexibility.
4 Cool-Down Exercises
These quick and simple moves may convince you to never skip the postworkout recovery period again.
6 Hip Stretches to Improve Mobility and Strength
Keep your hips strong, mobile, and fit for a lifetime with these stretching and strength drills.
5 Beginner Foam-Rolling Moves
Discover why trainers often recommend the foam roller as a must-have tool for your pre-and post-workout routines.
FMS Screen Test
The Functional Movement Screen assesses seven basic movement patterns to identify tightness and weakness in the body – so you can correct them before they cause major problems.
The Qigong Workout
This stress-busting routine harnesses movement and breath to open your mind and invigorate your body.
Moving Meditations: 3 Stretches to Increase Your Body Awareness
Three stretches to help you increase your body awareness.
6 Exercises for Knee Pain
These exercises can help knee mobility and strength.
Exercises for Lower-Back Pain
Lower-back pain might get you down, but it doesn’t have to take you out. This program can keep you moving to come back stronger than ever.
3 Ankle-Mobility Exercises
Three drills to loosen up your ankles and their kinetic chain.
4 Stretches Your Can Do With a Partner
Put some oomph into your stretching routine with these buddy-assisted moves.
Hamstring Stretches to Release Tension and Improve Flexibility
Three moves to improve your lower-body mobility.
How to Get Rid of a Stiff Neck
A five-minute stretching routine to refresh and relax your neck, shoulders, and upper back.
How to Use a Foam Roller for Your Upper Back
Foam rolling your upper body muscles can be tricky. Our expert’s guidance and foam-roller exercises will help you make the right moves and target back pain.
Loosening Tight Hamstrings
Tight hamstrings can limit your freedom of movement and increase your risk of injury. Here’s how to loosen ’em up with hamstring exercises — including hamstring stretches.