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What about stretching?

Drezden411
Drezden411 Posts: 5 Member
edited December 2024 in Introduce Yourself
Hello everyone! Who has ideas around incorporate stretching as part of everyday routine?

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  • cammy_b3
    cammy_b3 Posts: 44 Member
    I use the p90 stretch and yoga every other day . Iam 48 and still play football
    It helps with my game
    Cannot say enough about why you should stretch
  • ninerbuff
    ninerbuff Posts: 49,119 Member
    It's good to keep flexible especially as you age. Stretching is specifically for that. Dynamic stretching before working out (about 5-10 minutes) and IF desired, static stretching after from 5-10 minutes. Contrary to popular belief though, stretching doesn't prevent injuries (injuries happen suddenly with trauma) and doesn't reduce DOMS on a physical level.

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  • Drezden411
    Drezden411 Posts: 5 Member
    Thank you very much for your reply. I am trying to do more as I continue to follow my workout regiment. I build muscle easy but I've noticed that I have become less flexible....what is your take on foam rolling as a warm up or cool down?
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