Warming up before physical activity has been around as long as people have engaged in organized sports and exercise. It has been reported that the athletes in ancient Greece and Rome would perform ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Many pre-workout exercises fit well into most routines, however, it’s best to tailor them to the type of ...

If you’re short on time, it may be tempting to waltz on over to a barbell and pump out a few bench press reps. But, just like with running and other forms of exercise, trainers recommend taking a few ...

A new study published in the Journal of Sport and Health Science suggests that elevating muscle temperatures during a warm-up before exercising may be the most important factor for boosting speed and ...

When you’re gearing up for a run or workout, your warm-up might be an afterthought. You may even skip a pre-run routine altogether so that you can get straight to your effort. However, running coaches ...

Instead of stretching, pick a few key moves to properly prepare your body for your workout. Credit...Nicholas Sansone for The New York Times Supported by By Cindy Kuzma Twenty-plus years ago, a ...

If you tend to make a beeline for the treadmill the moment you set foot in the gym, regardless of what your session looks like, you definitely aren’t the only one. For many, it’s a habit forged from ...