Stretching

Principles of Flexibilty

1. Break a light sweat prior to stretching.
2. Make time to stretch. This can be at the time of your warm-up, before running or at a totally separate time that you devote to developing increased flexability.
3. Stretch regularly, at least 3 times a week for 15 minutes-also before and after any type of physical activity. Each person's needs are different.
4. Hold each stretch for 20 to 30 seconds, relax, and repeat the exercise 2 to 5 minutes. Tighter muscles may require 7 to 10 repetitions.