If you don’t now how to stretch properly, when to stretch and why to stretch, read stretching for better fitness before you start. 1. Triceps stretch 2. Chest and hamstring stretch sitting on ball 3.Groin and hamstring stretch sitting on ball Keep your back straight when you lean forward. 4. Hamstring stretch sitting on ball […]
Stretch before workout, after warm up!
Because a warm muscle is more easily stretched than a cold muscle, stretching should be done after warm up. Stretch with these principles: Spend 15-30 s in the stretched position Feel the stretch, not pain, feel a mild tension and hold for 15-30 s Stay in control If the stretch becomes painful, you are stretching […]
Flexibility training – it’s a hard work
Flexibility is an often overlooked or under emphasized component of general fitness. Adequate muscular flexibility is important in maintaining range of motion as well as preventing injuries. Flexibility programs should address all major muscle groups. If you have a certain limitation in flexibility, or you are trying to develop flexibility of certain muscle group more, […]
Stretching for better fitness
Stretching helps you to become more flexible. Flexibility is part of healthy fit body. I know, that stretching is boring. I sometimes have a hard time to push myself to stretch. But I do it, and I encourage you to stretch regularly too. Stretch for about 15 minutes every day. Regular stretching has these benefits: […]