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Health Tip: Get Stretching
By LadyLively on January 19, 2016
Stretching is great for your muscles, but take steps to make sure you’re doing it properly to help avoid injury.
The Mayo Clinic suggests:
- Always warm up with a short walk or jog before stretching. Stretching should not be considered your warm-up.
- Stretch the major muscle groups and joints that you use regularly each day.
- Hold your stretch for 30 seconds to 60 seconds in a position that isn’t painful. Never bounce when you stretch. If you play a sport, make your stretching specific to that sport.
- Be consistent with your stretching, and aim for at least two to three times per week.
- Incorporate gentle movements, such as yoga or tai chi, with your stretching.
Source: HealthDay
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