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You Might Be Stretching the Wrong Way, Scientists Say (National Geographic)

Posted: Jan 23, 2026 in In the News

This article originally appeared in National Geographic on January 23, 2026.

You probably know it’s important to incorporate stretching into your fitness routine, but you may be confused about the best approach. After all, even fitness experts haven’t always seen eye-to-eye on the subject. Some experts recommend stretching before a workout, others say it’s more effective to stretch after. Complicating matters, there are so many different ways to stretch—including static stretching, dynamic stretching, and passive or assisted stretching...

"Stretching is arguably one of the most misunderstood aspects of exercise," says Cedric X. Bryant, a physiologist and chief executive officer at the American Council on Exercise. "Myths persist because so many people are stuck in the past with old gym science that gets passed down."...

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