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Stretching and Flexibility Go Hand in Hand
Stretching before and after exercise, as well as on a regular basis during periods of inactivity will give you better posture, and fewer aches and pains.
Stretching increases blood flow and circulation to your muscles, but it also gives your brain a boost according to wellness experts, often leaving those who stretch feeling cheerier.
Periods of inactivity such as sitting are hard on your glutes and hip flexors, so standing up to stretch can keep them limber and less prone to injury when you do exercise.
You need a healthy, flexible back for nearly every type of activity, so giving your back a good stretch can prevent injury.
One of the best benefits of stretching is better balance. Especially for older people, stretching can bring your body back into balance which can help prevent falls.
If, after stretching, you are still feeling tight, sore, or your range of motion isn’t what it should be, come in for a good neuromuscular massage. Massage reduces pain and increases range of motion.
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Stretching Can Help You Sleep
A simple twisting stretch of your back can release tension in the spine, hips and back which can interfere with a good night’s sleep.
Lie on your back. Bring your right knee up to your chest. Gently move your knee across your body to your left side.
While in this position, relax with your arms out to your sides and take 10 long, deep breaths.
Repeat on your left side. If you’ve had a particularly stressful day, do each side twice.
Most people who get neuromuscular massage regularly report deeper, more restful sleep.
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Warm Ups for Summer Sports
Before you get ready for a softball game or round of golf, warm up with a little light jogging or jumping jacks to get the blood moving.
Swing your arms while you jog, varying the motion in big circles, small circles, over your head and crossing your arms in front of your chest.
Bring your knees up high while you jog to stretch your glutes.
Backscratcher Stretches Loosen Up the Shoulders
Move your hand behind your back toward the opposite shoulder. Try to touch the other hand coming up from below.
You may not be able to touch hands at first, but as you perform these stretches, your shoulders will loosen.
The Frankenstein Walk Loosens Up the Hamstrings
Kick your leg up high while reaching with the opposite hand. Do this back and forth four to six times to loosen the hamstrings.
Self-Hugs Loosen the Arms, Shoulders and Chest
Swing your arms wide, then across your body in a self-hug to help loosen the shoulder joints and stretch the muscles in the chest. Do this gently six to twelve times.
Arm Swings and Circles Loosen the Shoulders
Start with your arms outstretched and move your hands in small circles ten to twelve times, before enlarging the circles. Each time you enlarge the circle, move your arms in both directions ten to twelve times until you’re doing the largest circle you can comfortably do.
Hand and Wrist Stretches for Kids at School and People Who Work at Desks
Straighten your arm in front of you with your palm up. Use the other hand to gently press your fingers down toward the ground in a slow gentle stretch. Repeat on the other hand. Then, straighten your arm in front of you with your palm down. Use the other hand to slowly bend your fingers back toward your body stretching your wrist. Repeat on the other hand.
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