Stretch 22 Blog

Did you know that CrossFit is in the top ten of the largest and fastest-growing corporate chains in America? CrossFit is alongside behemoths like Subway, Starbucks, Burger King. It's safe to say that since its inception in 2000, it's made waves in the fitness world....

CrossFit is not for the fearful. Nor is it for those that fear pain. And that's not just marketing spin — the facts back it up. A study of CrossFit put the rate of injuries in the sport on par with contact sports (ex: hockey and football), distance running and...

Feeling aches and pains in your back? You're not alone. About 31 million Americans experience lower back pain in their lives. Worldwide, back pain is the leading cause of disability. Upper back pain and lower back pain can keep you out of work and keep you from living...

What's the secret to better health? Exercise. If anything, it's one of the best things that you can do for your body. Not only will it help you stay in shape, but it'll also lower your risk of certain diseases. Given that, it only makes sense to incorporate it into...

According to a national survey, in 2014, 8.6 million people reported injuries related to sports or recreational activities. Maybe as you're reading this you're fighting some nagging pain. Or maybe you're ignoring warning signs of a recurring injury. If that's you, it...

A pain in the quad is, well, a big pain!  After all, the Quadriceps muscle group is one of the largest muscle groups in the body. But you may be surprised that what you think you know about your quad pain is only half the story. If you’re experiencing persistent...

You use your entire body when you run. You want to make sure to stretch properly. Here’s your guide to stretching for runners.

Improper stretching after an injury can do more harm than good. Here’s the right way to stretch after muscle strain.

Professional stretching is something that can be enjoyed by many. Read on to learn about the benefits of professional stretching.

Bet you can’t touch your toes. You might not think it’s important, but it is. Any sort of exercise should start or end with stretching. You’ll need a good stretch before cardio to get the blood flowin’. Bodybuilders should stretch their pumped muscles to stave off...