Stretching exercises: Stretching can contribute to both post-traumatic recovery and relaxation of the body, and building muscle mass - it all depends on the individually selected set of exercises.
What are stretching exercises?
"Stretching" in English means "stretching". Stretching is a gymnastics with a slow warm-up and a smooth stretching of all muscles. The result of the stretching exercises are flexible and flexible joints, elastic and tight muscles. Gradual strengthening and stretching of the musculature is accompanied by a correct and healthy blood supply: as a result, there is an active growth of muscle tissue that displaces the fat tissue.
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Stretching helps to correct posture, has a rejuvenating effect on the whole body, helps to get rid of signs of cellulite, adds a figure of grace. Thanks to a huge variety of exercises, everyone who wants with the help of an instructor can create an individual complex, taking into account the state of their health and the level of physical fitness. At the same time, all exercises are simple and accessible.
The basic law of stretching is "do no harm".
Stretching should be done slowly, without causing harm to the unprepared muscles. Sharp movements here are inappropriate. One stretching usually lasts 10-30 seconds - as long as it takes to completely lose muscle tension. If, after 30 seconds, the muscles are still tense, too much tension should be thrown off and the exercise begins anew even slower. You do not need to try to accelerate events: exercise should begin with stretching the muscle in 2-3 seconds, holding it for 10 seconds. After the break, repeat the exercise.
Conditions for successful stretching.
A necessary condition for successful training is proper even breathing. All stretch marks begin with a deep breath, all the slopes are preliminarily exhaled, while maintaining a stable position.
When you perform the exercise, all your attention should be focused on the muscles of the part of the body that is currently involved.
Stretching is sometimes called "cat fitness", and not for nothing: all the movements here are smooth, slow, graceful, as if this cat is stretching.
To achieve the result, the regularity of training is necessary. The beginning of each session is a mandatory warming up of the musculature, dynamic stretching. At the end of the session, it is important to stretch the inner muscles of the back and thighs with the help of the partner. Independently, you can engage in static stretching: having frozen for 60 seconds in the chosen position, you carefully listen to your feelings.
For stretching, choose a quiet, warm, comfortable room, elastic clothes.
The length of training depends on the state involved, on the goals that it sets for itself.
Contraindications.
Stretching has no serious contraindications. Persons who have suffered sprains of joints and ligaments, injuries, you need to consult with the instructor before the beginning of the exercises and together with him to compose a set of exercises. Stretching is an effective way to prevent various injuries and recover from diseases and surgeries.
Stretching eliminates excessive stress on the heart, so it is ideal for all those who care about their health and want to keep youth and peace of mind.