Tips On Flexibility Training

Hi guys, doing flexibility training in any sports are important.Even i do stretch before any sports or activities in order to prevent strains and sprains.To improve oneself performance in any sports flexibility training is your free and lifetime formula. Like aerobic exercise and strength exercise, flexibility provides anti-aging benefits.

Flexibility training can be done anywhere and anytime. For example,

1)you can stretch in the morning when you having a stroll in the park.

2)After sitting or standing for a long period.

3)Anytime you feel tense or stiff

4)Stretch when you are watching TV,talking on the phone or reading.

As you gets older, your muscles tighten and range of motion in a joint can be minimized. This can affect your active lifestyle in life or normal motion. A regular stretching program can help you in..

1)To preserve range of motion

2)Maintain flexible

3)Prevent injury during workout

4)Promote blood circulation

5)Relax your mind

Flexibility Program

Stretch at least 3 times a week to maintain a flexible body. You should stretch until you feel a mild discomfort and hold in there for 10-30 seconds before letting go. Repeat the stretch for 3-5 times.

Advice upon stretching: 1) Stretch slowing and smoothly
2) *NEVER BOUNCE*
3) Maintain normal breathing when stretching
4) Focus attention on muscle being stretched
5) Feel the stretch, but don’t strain by stretching too far

Types of Stretching Exercise:

1)Spinal Twist
2)Hamstring Stretch
3)Calf Stretch
4)Chest Stretch
5)Shoulder Stretch
6)Quadriceps Stretch
7)Forearm Stretch
8)Triceps Stretch
9)Inner Thigh Stretch
10)"Cat" (Back) Stretch

Now with all the tips i haven given you, you can start your flexibility training by this week. :)