Shakira had it right when she said “the hips don’t lie.” Unfortunately, for most of us, that doesn’t mean sexy, swinging hips in a music video. No, for most of us, that means tight, stiff hips with a side of lower back pain that you cannot possibly ignore. The hip complex is an incredibly involved […]
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Stretching can increase your tolerance for pain
To stretch or not to stretch? Should you do it before or after exercise? Does it prevent or heal injuries? Stretching is always a hot topic. However, while it is effective in improving flexibility, its usefulness in reducing pain is being questioned. Back pain is one of the most prevalent health conditions in our society. […]
Why stretching before exercise could be a total waste of time
Why stretching before exercise could be a total waste of time (and may make it even more likely you’ll suffer an injury) Some exercises we were told do at school may actually do more harm than good It’s important to note that some people are naturally ‘stretchier’ than others This is because of the amount […]