Flexibility- Why Stretch?

Everyone should do stretching exercises regardless of age or flexibility.
By stretching you will:
- Reduce muscle tension
- Improve coordination and body awareness
- Increase flexibility and range of motion
- Reduce risk of strain from unexpected over stretch
- Improve circulation
- Prepare for other physical activities

Attempt to integrate stretching into your daily routine. Always warm up first. Do not hold your breath while stretching. Do not strain yourself, a stretch should always be comfortable . Return to neutral slowly. Never change positions too quickly after a stretch is completed or a muscle spasm will occur. An average stretch routine should last about 15 minutes.

Have fun stretching!