5 Benefits of Stretching

Come on, let's be honest with ourselves how many times have we skipped stretching before training? and you ended getting injured during the main workout or you couldn't complete your workout to the end, here are 5 benefits of stretching before a workout or in general.

Not only can stretching help increase your flexibility, which is an important factor of fitness, but it can also improve your posture, reduce stress and body aches, and more.

#1 Increase in flexibility:

Stretching from 3-10 minutes increases your flexibility over-time and you'll find yourself performing everyday activities with relative ease, it can also help delay the reduced mobility that can come with aging. 

FACTS ABOUT Flexibility

#2 Improve your posture

Wanna get that James Bond posture? Stretching specific muscle groups based on a Study  leads to reducing muscular pain and it encourages your alignment, which in other words, improves your posture!

Here are some of the best stretching exercises that I recommend The 21 best stretching exercises.

#3 Ease your mind

Do you like meditation practices? stretching also helps to ease the mind, while you stretch, focus on mindfulness and meditation exercises, which give your mind a mental break.

When you’re experiencing stress, there’s a good chance your muscles are tense. That’s because your muscles tend to tighten up in response to physical and emotional stress, Focus on areas of your body where you tend to hold your stress.

#4 It's free and you can do it anywhere

You broke? Like I'm..., Not a problem!

You don't need a fancy gym or fancy equipment to stretch it's free, all you need is your wonderful body and 3-10 minutes of your time, that's it.

and if want to use equipment you can always find something from your household tools, such as brooms, chair, and a mat, you can even stretch at your work Here's the ultimate desk exercise.

#5 Boost your blood flow

Performing stretches regularly can improve blood circulation , improved circulation increases blood flow to your muscles, which can shorten your recovery time and reduce muscle soreness.

P.S:

• Use dynamic stretches before exercise to prepare your muscles.
• Use static stretches after exercise to reduce your risk for injury.

Conclusion:

Stretching is considered as important as training, without stretching it may lead to severe injuries, and in worst cases, it could last for months, years! so remember to always stretch before training and if you don't train try at least to stretch from 3-5 times a week regularly.

On days when you aren’t exercising, still plan to schedule at least 5 to 10 minutes of time for stretching. This can help improve flexibility and reduce muscle tightness and pain.

If you’re new to a regular stretching routine, take it slow. Just like other forms of physical activity, your body needs time to get used to the stretches you’re performing.