Wednesday, January 11, 2012

Tips for effective stretching



Stretching is the most important factor of exercising. Effective stretching helps prevent muscle pulls and tears.
 
The following are tips for effective stretching:

·         Run or walk on a treadmill, or ride a stationary bike to warm up your muscles before stretching.
·         Then, stretch all the basic muscle groups, including arms, buttocks, abs, neck, shoulders, legs, hips, and back.
·         Hold each stretch for at least 30 seconds with a soft amount of tension. Do not bounce in a stretch!
·         When stretching your muscle groups, you should not feel any pain.
·         After you have finished your cardiovascular or strength-building exercise, be sure to stretch out again as part of your cool-down.

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