Flexibility

Being flexible is an important part of health and fitness.

Flexibility can be improved at any age or fitness level.

Poor flexibility can increase the risk of muscle and joint injury.

Stretches can be performed every day to increase our flexibility.

When we stretch we move muscles and joints through the range of motion, by lengthening tight and sore muscles.

 

I have seen so many people in the gym who have a hard workout but don’t stretch.  Every time we exercise muscles contract and shorten.  Muscles need to be stretched so they return to their original length and recover quickly.  Through stretching, muscles will become stronger  - which is what we all want - so why not stretch and improve your flexibility.

 

Some of the benefits

Ease muscle soreness

Relax the soul and mind

Improve body posture

Promote mobility

Reduce the chance of pulling muscles