A new wave of research is showing what the old gym myths about stretching got wrong—and what you really need to do to reap its benefits.

If you've ever run, jumped or been told you have good posture, you have your hip flexor muscles to thank. On the other end, muscle pain and immobility issues are also often connected to problems ...

A yoga instructor shares 12 fundamental stretches you can do every day to move and feel better.

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." There are few things worse than an achy, lower body. That discomfort is extra miserable when accompanied ...

Hyperbolic Stretching is a 30-day video training program that is online. This program helps many people with stretching and helps them get the flexibility and support their body needs. It along with ...

Leg cramps are typically harmless. Although they go away on their own, several at-home remedies may help relieve the symptoms. In this article, we explain what leg cramps are and what can cause them.

When it comes to the muscles of the leg, the quads and hammies take most of the headlines while the calves are often overlooked. This is a mistake. For the bulbous bulges on the backs of our shins ...

Nocturnal leg cramps, often caused by dehydration or mineral imbalances, can disrupt sleep. Simple remedies like staying hydrated, stretching before bed, and maintaining a diet rich in magnesium and ...

Which leg massagers are best? Stretching and foam rolling can effectively reduce soreness and other aches in your legs, but sometimes, those methods aren’t enough. Leg massagers can apply more ...

Muscle spasms are the sudden, intense and uncontrollable contraction of muscles. They're painful and frustrating, and can stop athletes in their tracks or jolt someone awake in the middle of the night ...

Dr. Shields is a physical therapist with a background in English Literature and a passion for healthcare and education. She hopes to combine her clinical expertise with her love of writing, establish ...