Do you stretch??
by fitgurl (01/25/2007 - 15:42)
Be honest. Do you stretch along with your exercise progrram? Most do not stretch enough.
Flexibility is a range of motion in joints. Flexibility depends on the condition of muscles that control a joint. If muscles are too taut, the joint will not move through its full range of motion. Flexibility is important especially as we age as it may protect your body against back pain, injury, poor posture, etc.
(back of leg ,lower back stretch)
(Calf Stretch ) Some Tips:
Stretch slowly and gradually. Stretch until you feel tension in the muscle. Don't bounce. Bouncing can cause small tears and muscle soreness.
Don't stretch to the point of feeling pain, a signal that you've pushed too far or are doing something incorrectly and possibly injuring muscle tissue.
Hold your stretch for at least 15 seconds. Holding for 30 seconds is even better. Breathe naturally as you stretch: Don't hold your breath. Repeat the same stretch one or more times.
Use stretching as part of your warm up. Stretched muscles, tendons and ligaments are more flexible and stretch more easily.
(Triceps, Shoulders, upper back)
(Lower Back, back of leg stretch)
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