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Stretching For Peak Performance
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Remember to start off slowly. These stretches can be helpful for
releasing tension and tightness. Once you learn how to stretch, you will be
able to develop a routine to fit your own needs. Become familiar with each
individual stretch before doing the whole routine. Performing a stretch wrong,
or over stretching, can cause injury.
Most people think they don’t have time to stretch, but will sit and
watch hours of TV every night. Stretching during this type of inactivity will help
you accomplish a type of physical fitness. Sitting for long periods causes
stiff backs, necks and blood to pool in the legs and feet. Stretching increases
the circulation, aids in relaxing, increases range of motion and develops body
awareness. Stretching in the evening can also help your sleep by relieving the
day’s tension and stress. Be creative and think of stretches to do during
normally wasted time.
Here are a few helpful hints for stretching:
1)
Stretch
before and after exercise;
2)
Stretch
away from distractions and concentrate on the muscle being stretched;
3)
Think
about breathing; contract during inhale and stretch during exhale (6 – 8
seconds);
4)
If
you stop breathing or talk, you have quit stretching;
5)
Keep
your head up; look forward not at the ground;
6)
Keep
your back straight to prevent lower back strain;
7)
Stretching
is entirely individual; realize your flexibility and work on your own
limitations;
8)
Do
not compete in stretching. This will only cause injuries.
Look at stretching as a means of improving fitness, injury prevention
and total body awareness.
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