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Your age or your current level of flexibility, you will still relish in the benefits of stretching. You don’t have to be in incredible shape or have any athletic skills. If you sit behind a desk, work construction, clean your own house, drive a taxi, or exercise every day, the same procedures for stretching apply.

Slow and steady is the requirement, along with the , changing to individual differences in muscle tension and flexibility . If you are healthy, without any special tangibleailments , you can learn how to stretch safely and enjoyably.

I you are not very active or have been sedentary for a prolonged period of time, if you have resently had surgery or any physical problems , especially of the joints and muscles, please consult your physician prior to starting a stretching or exercise program.

You can stretch any time you want; at a bus stop, walking your dog, at home , you will be able to stretch almost everywhere .

Using proper stretching techniques is vital to avoiding accidental injury. Always warm up before you actually start stretching, then after physical exercise, stretch again . Never bounce or force the stretch and try holding your postion for a count of thirty.  Stretching in the morning is recommended, but you can stretch through out the day.

As we get older, a lack of stretching is one of the main reasons for pulled muscles and sore backs

If you stretch on a steady basis, you will notice the following changes in your body.

Stretching will help prevent injuries, your circulation will improve, it prepares your body for strenuous activities, better understanding of your body , increase range of motion and assists the mind in relaxing control of the body, so the body learns to move for its own sake.

When you first start your stretching routine (which should be the starting point for a healthy weight loss program) you will in all probability find that you are very stiff. Take your time and you will notice results very prompt.  Stretching will help to improve the overall health for women and men.