Description

Stretching is a very important part of your exercise regimen.Stretching will increase flexibility and improve the range ofmotion of your joints. Before stretching, warm up with five to tenminutes of light activity. Or reserve stretching for after aworkout. Keep stretching gentle. Don't bounce. If you feel pain,you've stretched too far. Hold a stretch for about 30 seconds, thenswitch sides and repeat. If you have a problem area or the stretchis particularly helpful for pain or discomfort, you may benefitfrom repeating the stretch. If you have any health conditions orinjuries, talk to your doctor or physical therapist about whichstretches are right for you. Try these exercises after your regularcardio or strength workout (aim to do them five times a week).You'll see improvement to your flexibility in as little as twoweeks and gains in both your strength and endurance in less thanone month.