Episode 4: Should Runners Stretch? The Science of Static and Dynamic Stretching

Episode 4 tackles the question: should runners stretch? You may have heard that you always need to stretch before or after runs. Is that true, based on the most recent science? We take an evidence-based approach to our discussion on stretching for runners, including:

- should you stretch before runs?

-types of stretches for runners, including static vs dynamic stretching

- flexibility vs mobility

- why runners don't need to touch their toes

- does stretching reduce your injury risk?

-stretching in general vs stretching directed by a physical therapist

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