6 Principles to Follow 1. The first principle of stretching safely is to always stretch within your comfort zone. In other words, never stretch to the point of pain. Although a mild muscle tension may be desirable, discomfort has no part in a sensible stretching program. 2. The second principle for stretching safely is to… Continue reading How To Get The Most From Your Flexibility Program
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Top Tips To Promote Optimal Flexibility
When it comes to the “Big Three” of exercise: cardiovascular, strength and flexibility training. it`s pretty clear which one can get overlooked. After all, while we prize cardiovascular and strength training for their role in helping us lose weight, build muscle and get fit, the benefits of flexibility training are less immediately felt. However, as… Continue reading Top Tips To Promote Optimal Flexibility
Increase Your Drive Distance Every Time You Do This Stretch
Drive distance is significantly increased when a golfer is able to create “coil” in their backswing. The degree to which a golfer can separate his shoulder turn from the turn in his hips is called the X factor. For example, if in the backswing you rotate your hips 40º and your shoulders 90º, the difference… Continue reading Increase Your Drive Distance Every Time You Do This Stretch
Key Points For Effective Stretching
Flexibility is one of the simplest elements of fitness to improve. It takes little effort and no specialized equipment. If you perform a few stretching exercises at the end of your workout flexibility training takes up no time at all. Stretching exercises can and should be performed as part of your warm up and cool… Continue reading Key Points For Effective Stretching