Flexability training?

JaydedMiss

Iv read up online but im curious to hear from you guys. Anyone done this? experiences with it? Did it work? Benefits?

Just thinking im going to add some flexability training it occured to me as a kid i used to sleep on my leg as a pillow every night so i know i could be flexible, But im not and now it bothers me XD Not really sure what the benefits are but it cant hurt right. I might just be grasping blindly at any and all chances to have more goals to keep me sane nearing my end goal LOL

Packerjohn

I find working on flexibility/mobility helpful to offset the effects of sitting at a desk job for years.

tulips_and_tea

I think it's important. We naturally lose flexibility as we age if we don't keep practicing it so I definitely make sure I stretch after workouts and at night while watching TV. I've done it for years so if I'm busy and aren't able to stretch nightly I miss it and I can feel the difference.

I just do your basic stretches but I also like upward facing dog. It seems to stretch out and realign my body after sitting most of the day and then working out.

rachelr1116

I took ballet for almost 10 years so I know I have the ability to be flexible, I'm just not anymore. I just joined a can-can dancing group and it's embarrassing that as one of the youngest members I also have the lowest kicks. I'm thinking about trying pilates or yoga and also am looking into adult ballet classes.

kenyonhaff

Flexibility is important for preventing injuries, and getting the most out of your strength. An athlete with little flexibility cannot fully use those strong muscles. Also flexibility has subtle power such as promoting healthy posture which can affect everything from breathing to running stride to being able to do an effective roundhouse kick.

mom23mangos

kenyonhaff wrote: »

Flexibility is important for preventing injuries, and getting the most out of your strength. An athlete with little flexibility cannot fully use those strong muscles. Also flexibility has subtle power such as promoting healthy posture which can affect everything from breathing to running stride to being able to do an effective roundhouse kick.

Yes! Also OP, I used to sleep on my leg too! I thought I was the only one.

I've been trying to do a Yin Yoga youtube video nightly before bed and it makes such a big difference. I'm working really hard to get my shoulder mobility back as it's interfering in my ability to hold a handstand.

TheCupcakeCounter

My hamstrings get tight really easily and I found my 20 minute Mari Windsor Pilates video helps if I actually do it regularly.

amyinthetardis1231

I love a good stretch! It feels wonderful to release a tight hamstring or inner thigh. Just make sure you do some kind of brief warm up (5 min walk is fine) and don't jump straight into trying to do splits cold. Yoga or dance classes can be a good way to work on stretches as well. Know the difference between feeling a stretch and feeling pain--no point in pushing too hard and making yourself so sore you can't move.