The Importance of Stretching |

Stretching is very important when it comes to getting into shape. There are many benefits from doing this. It can increase your flexibility, which can help with everyday life! It also increases your body’s circulation, this is because it increases blood flow to your muscles. Increasing blood flow can also aid in recovering from an injury. It is a stress reliever as well, it can relax tense muscles.

Stretching is best after your muscles have been warmed up. You could end with an injury if you stretch cold muscles. If you would like to stretch before working out, I’d like to suggest running in place first. The video below is my current routine for stretching, in which, I do after every single workout. I hold each stretch for at least eight seconds! Hope you enjoy!