Stretching & Flexibility
What is flexibility training?
If you've previously omitted flexibility training or stretching from your workouts, or you just want to know how to stretch safely, then the following stretching guide will answer any flexibility questions you might have.
Read more…The perfect flexibility workout
Flexibility training, or stretching, is the often forgotten component of fitness and should be an integral component of everyone’s training program. It is frequently neglected in favour of carrying out more resistance or CV training. It is common to think that unless you are getting hot, sweaty and out of breath, you aren’t getting any fitness gains, but just a few minutes relaxed stretching at the end of your training session will bring a whole host of benefits.
Read more…The dos and don'ts of stretching
Preparing correctly for an exercise session is as vital to your fitness training as the exercise itself. Stretching correctly will complement your training efforts and improve your body's posture and suppleness. Here's the realbuzz.com guide on how to stretch more effectively.
Read more…Full-body flexibility for beginners
We all know we need to stretch and the specific stretches you need to do really depend on the type of activities you do. For example, if you are into swimming you will need to focus more on the upper body while a runner needs to focus on the legs. However, regardless of your activity, if you swim, run, play golf or even sky dive – it’s a good idea to do a full body stretch regularly. The stretching routine below addresses all the major muscle groups, so you can pick and choose the ones you need if you are short of time.
Read more…Glossary of stretches
When you first start out doing stretch exercises, you might find it difficult to really find a stretching technique that's right for you. However, this needn't be the case. Here's the realbuzz.com illustrated guide to stretch exercises, both for the lower body and the upper body.
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