December 19, 2023

How Stretching Can Improve Your Health

How Stretching Can Improve Your Health Created inNewsletter Library The Health Benefits of Stretching Do you greet the morning with a satisfying stretch? Stretching loosens your muscles after a long night in bed and helps you feel alert and ready to face the day. But, if you only stretch first thing in the morning, you…

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September 28, 2021

Ten Tips for Smart Stretching

Ten Tips for Smart Stretching Created inNewsletter Library,Injury Rehab & Prevention 1. Why stretch? Stretching lengthens muscles and improves flexibility. Also, stretching the big leg muscles – the hamstrings, calves, and quads – simultaneously loosens and lengthens the muscles of your lower back. So, when you stretch, you’re helping your back! 2. When to stretch?…

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September 24, 2021

Ten Minutes of Stretching Can Make All the Difference

Ten Minutes of Stretching Can Make All the Difference Created inNewsletter Library,Exercise & Fitness Should I stretch before or after I exercise?1 Should I even bother to stretch at all? These are the questions that every busy adult asks whenever he or she is planning to begin an exercise program. The correct answer to the…

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October 3, 2019

Dynamic Stretching

Birmingham Wellness Center on Dynamic Stretching When getting ready for physical activity, or just after a workout, it is important to stretch. After a workout, stretching is a great way to help the muscles release the lactic acid that has just built up. This will help them be ready to go for the next workout….

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