Stretching

from walking.about.com

Stretching is part of the warm-up ritual for many sports. But evidence continues to mount that stretching is best done as its own activity or after a workout.

from nytimes.com

Investigators have begun two large studies of stretching, asking about its effectiveness in much the way scientists might ask about a new drug or medical device. They’re actively recruiting thousands of volunteers to participate, in the United States and elsewhere, and randomly assigning participants to use the method, or not.

from msnbc.com

If you didn't get a Presidential Physical Fitness Award in school, the government is giving you another chance to prove you're in shape.

from nytimes.com

WHEN Nintendo released the Wii 18 months ago, it upended the notion of what video games could be. Moving beyond the sunlight-deprived young men at gaming’s core, Nintendo appealed to the rest of the world with an intuitive, family-friendly entertainment experience.

from reuters.com

Attention office workers, couch potatoes, and other sedentary people: reduce your time spent sitting by getting up and using your muscles more regularly throughout the day, says Dr. Genevieve N. Healy.

from thatsfit.com

Stretching is an important part of any exercise routine. It develops your flexibility -- increasing your range of motion.

from runnersworld.com

Thirty-one million Americans struggle with back pain, and due to the repetitive and forceful nature of running, it's no surprise that many of them are runners.

from msnbc.com

Study shows gains in strength and endurance, but best timing still debated. If stretching ranks among your list of health priorities somewhere below turning down the volume on your iPod, a new report may give you extra incentive to reach, bend and twist.

from fitsugar.com

Life taxes the human back and spine. After working with so many clients with lower and upper back pain, I sometimes wonder why we ever stood up as a species. It is truly important to keep your spine both supple and strong.

from fitsugar.com

A stretch that's an oldie (but a goodie) is the standing quadriceps stretch. You definitely did it in middle school and you'll always see runners doing it after a run, but here is a refresher to make sure you're getting the most out of your stretch.

from fitsugar.com

I've taught and taken many a yoga class, and unfortunately I have seen (and experienced) one too many injuries (did someone say torn rotator cuff?). It seems like an oxymoron - yoga is supposed to increase your flexibility, make you stronger while helping you heal and prevent injuries. It is not supposed to make new ones, right?

"Steady State" ~ dj Meridian

Breathe deeply as your heart slows to a Steady State. Calm yourself as your stretch goes deeper, your Yoga pose holds longer. Meditate on a Steady State...mixed with max relaxation in mind. Download Steady State for a quiet break in your routine.

An outstanding introduction to yoga and some amazing feats of balance and poise in this Yoga Challenge video from YouTube.