The best stretching routines for men
Although men may be somewhat less flexible than women, stretching offers important benefits to everyone.
- Reviewed by Daniel Orr, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS, Contributor
"Compared to women, men may be less likely to engage in yoga or other pursuits that incorporate flexibility exercises, such as dance or Pilates," says Daniel Orr, a physical therapist at Harvard-affiliated Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital. Still, it's not unusual for both men and women to skip stretching. "When you have only 30 minutes for a workout, you may be tempted to spend more time doing more energetic activity that boosts your endorphin levels," he says.
To continue reading this article, you must log in.
Source matters. Subscribe to HarvardHealthOnline+ FREE for 30 days for unlimited access to the site – where all content is reviewed by an HMS physician or faculty expert.
With HHO+ you get these exclusive benefits:
- Unlimited access to all Harvard Health Online content
- 4 expertly curated newsletters delivered monthly
- Customized website experience aligned to your health goals
- In-depth health guides on topics like sleep, exercise, and more
- Interactive features like videos and quizzes
- Members-only access to exclusive articles and resources
SPECIAL OFFER! UNLOCK EXPERT ACCESS for 30 days FREE!
Already a member? Login ».
About the Author
Julie Corliss, Executive Editor, Harvard Heart Letter
About the Reviewer
Daniel Orr, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS, Contributor
Disclaimer:
As a service to our readers, Harvard Health Publishing provides access to our library of archived content. Please note the date of last review or update on all articles.
No content on this site, regardless of date, should ever be used as a substitute for direct medical advice from your doctor or other qualified clinician.