New Rules of Lifting For Women (NROL4W)

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What, no stretching?

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BerryH
BerryH Posts: 4,698 Member
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OK, I've read it through then went to the index. Does NROLFW really not recommend stretching? There isn't actually anything negative to say you shouldn't, unlike some other habits it precludes.

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  • idauria
    idauria Posts: 1,037 Member
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    I only stretch after I workout because you shouldn't stretch a cold muscle. That could result in injury. I don't recall in the book where it says not to stretch though. Can you recall the page number so I can re-read it for myself?
  • BerryH
    BerryH Posts: 4,698 Member
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    Yup, I only stretch after any workout not before, a nice warm up does for me :smile:

    I was trying to say that although it doesn't actually proscribe stretching, it doesn't mention you should at all, or if so what to do, which seems odd for a very prescriptive programme.
  • _Sally_
    _Sally_ Posts: 514 Member
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    Before lifting, I foam roll, do a short warmup on treadmill (e.g., 5 minutes walking), then do some dynamic movements (like walking lunges, monster walk, inchworms, curtsies,etc.), then I lift (which may include cardio intervals), then I do a cardio session, then I stretch. Whew!

    I literally just got the NROL4W book today, so I'm eager to read it, create a new routine for myself and participate in discussions with the group.

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