Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation, otherwise known as PNF stretching, is an advanced form of flexibility training. What makes it unique is that it involves both the stretching and contracting ...

Stretching is my new favorite workout. I spent so much time focused on cardiovascular and strength training over the years that I missed the boat on the benefits of a comprehensive stretching program.

An initial StretchLab session includes an assessment for mobility, activation, posture and symmetry, called MAPS. During a MAPS assessment, the client performs three deep squats, with arms raised ...

Sounds a lot better than hours of cardio, right? If you’re trying to lose weight, it’s easy to hone in on workouts that burn as many calories as possible. For many people, this means cardio, cardio, ...

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Stretching has long been a topic of debate among athletes, coaches, and healthcare professionals regarding its benefits and optimal use. Conflicting scientific evidence on whether stretching improves ...

Move aside, lunges. The stretch revolution has arrived. Boutique stretch fitness studios like StretchLab and StretchZone, whose celebrity endorsements include former New Orleans Saints quarterback ...