For as different as we all are, most runners these days have one thing in common: We lead busy lives. It can be a win to just get out the door and get your miles in. As such, we often roll right out ...

Dynamic warm-ups involve movements that mimic the activity to be performed, gradually increasing in intensity. These exercises not only prepare the muscles for the demands of running but also activate ...

Dynamic warm-ups involve moving the body through a range of motion, which helps to increase blood flow to the muscles and improve flexibility. Unlike static stretching, which involves holding a ...

If you hate stretching before exercising, you’re certainly not alone. It can be boring and it may seem like a waste of time. However, static stretching doesn’t improve performance or prevent injury ...

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I'll be the first to admit that I used to skip any sort of pre-workout stretch. But it turns out, I was seriously missing out. Dynamic stretching before a sweat sesh is key for optimizing performance, ...

Stretching before a workout doesn’t have to be boring. If you’re eager to get your heart rate up and your body moving, try starting off with dynamic warm-up exercises that offer both immediate and ...

DEAR DOCTOR K: I’ve been running for years and have always stretched before my morning run. Now I hear that I shouldn’t stretch first. Why not? DEAR READER: You should stretch before your run — but ...

Purpose This systematic review was conducted to identify the impact of upper body warm-up on performance and injury prevention outcomes. Methods Web of Science, MEDLINE, SPORTDiscus, PsycINFO and ...

What is the best way to warm up before running? How to do a dynamic warm-up and why you should. Many runners believe that stretching muscles before running is a good idea. A commonly held belief is ...