Flexibility is something that many people would like more of, but few know how to achieve it. You might find that improving your flexibility is easier than you think.
This is because flexibility training is often seen as difficult, painful, and time-consuming. It is also significantly underestimated. Why bother getting flexible if you aren�t an athlete or dancer? Why do regular people need to improve their flexibility? The answers to these questions may surprise you.
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Flexibility is a critical component of keeping your body fit and healthy. Research shows that people who are more flexible are better able to reach their optimum fitness level.
It can also help to prevent injury and reduce your risk of conditions like arthritis and other chronic diseases. They also have a better range of motion and mobility as they age.
Muscles that are flexible have the potential to become stronger. This can help increase metabolism and improve fitness level.
A more flexible body can also carry out day to day activities easier and have less chance of injury. Blood flow is increased and circulation is improved which also helps to prevent chronic conditions like kidney disease and diabetes as well as heart disease.
This upper body stretch also helps improve your posture. It is also great if you are primarily sedentary throughout the day, such as sitting at a desk for extended periods.
This is a great stretch for women who wear high heels or for cyclists and people who walk, run, or use an elliptical machine.
This stretch is very good for low back pain.
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