Stretching super easy to do, but for some reason many of us are guilty of neglecting this activity.
You might be surprised to know that a good stretch is just as important as a good workout. While its ideal to stretch after a workout when the body is warm, not doing so before may leave yourself open to injury and the likelihood of pulling a muscle.
Here are three reasons why you need to add this body friendly routine to your fitness regime:
1. Improves flexibility: Overtime, through regular stretches you will find yourself becoming more and more flexible. Similar to strength training consistence is key in order to see results!
2. Lengthens tight muscles: Getting a little sweaty is always amazing, but so is taking care of your body and preventing potential injury in the future. A guaranteed way to do this is by including stretches that will help lengthen tight muscles.
3. Relaxes the mind and body: Incorporate workouts like Pilates and yoga to enhance flexibility while centering your mind and body at the same time. You will feel refreshed and recharged at the end of each class!
Nadia Murdock is nationally recognized fitness coach, published author and regular on-air fitness expert. She is living proof that her “train your mind, change your body” method works. After changing her own life via her own weight loss journey to a healthier lifestyle she became dedicated to sharing that power with others through her company Nadia Murdock Fit. Nadia has a B.A. in Psychology and taps into the strength and power of the mind when advising others in achieving their fitness goals. She also enjoys all forms of fitness from Kickboxing to Zumba and never goes a day without breaking a sweat.
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