The Benefits of Stretching and How to Start

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 Stretching improves flexibility, reduces injury risk, and helps muscles recover faster. There are two main types:


Dynamic Stretching: Done before workouts (e.g., leg swings)


Static Stretching: Done after workouts (e.g., toe touches)



Stretch major muscle groups for 15-30 seconds each. Incorporate stretching into your daily routine or after every workout for best results.

Tracking your flexibility improvements can be motivating. Learn How in our article on How to Track Your Fitness Progress.

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