What Is Stretching?
The truth is that this is very true. Although most individuals will say that they know stretching is important, most don't know why it is important. Of course, that could also be that most do not 'exercise' that knowledge. Understanding what happens during stretching will help you to understand why you need to do it.
First, The Science
When your muscles are stretched, the muscle fibers are lengthened. They are pulled out. But, some of those fibers do stay in tact at their resting, or normal, size. When you lengthen the muscle to its fullest state, you keep it from being becoming injured or otherwise compromised while you are function normally or even above normal levels. Remember, when your body is at rest, the muscles are at rest. They are not fully ready to be used. The longer the muscles are at rest, the tighter and shorter they become.
If you consider all that you will be doing with your muscles, from simple walking around to carrying heavier items, you will clearly see that you will need full range motion with your muscles.
For example, if you need to extend the muscles in your legs so that you can run and you have not fully stretched them, there are problems that could easily result. The first of which is that the muscles are too tight causing the lack of full range of motion and function.
Secondly, these tight muscles can be injured far more easily if you pull them out too far.
As you can see, it is quite important for you to take the time to stretch. By not doing so, you limit what your body can and can't do. You also put yourself at a real risk of injury if you try to extend those muscles beyond the point of where they are currently used be being at.
The goal is to provide yourself with muscles that are completely flexible, even nimble, and that are able to help you to complete your tasks in the best possible manner. To do this, you must consider adding a stretching workout to your day. You should consider what stretching can do to improve your body's abilities as well.
For more information on stretching check out the complimentary Stretching Article series and eCourse at http://www.successatlas.com/stretch/sign-up.htm
Related Tags: exercise, stretching, massage therapy, muscle, stretch, active, pull, isolated, ballistic
Tracy Brinkmann is an goal setting and success coach. Through his company Success Atlas, he provides goal-setting, motivational & educational material, & training via live presentations as well as digital/audio products. In addition he offers articles and resource information on other topics that has peaked his interest over the years of presenting to his audiences
Sign up for his free e-Zine http://www.successatlas.com
Your Article Search Directory : Find in ArticlesRecent articles in this category:
- 3 Day Diet Reviews Forthright Opinion About The Program
Are you considering going on the 3 day diet? Reviews are hard to come by, but I'm going to give you - 3 Day Chemical Breakdown Diet What It Is And Is Not
The 3 Day Chemical Breakdown Diet has been called by many other names such as the 3 day heart diet, - The Biggest Lose Weight Program At Jillian Michaels
Although it seems almost unimaginable, nearly incomprehensible, a few people in the United States do - Essential Marathon Accessories
Short distance runners have an idea of what their essential kit is - trainers, shorts and a vest. A - Maintaining Health And Fitness With Exercise And Nutrition
Nowadays remaining fit and healthy has become very important. We all lead such a fast-paced life tha - Flatten Your Stomach Exercising Just Minutes A Day!
Are you missing the flat, six-pack tummy that you had 10 years ago? Or have you been fighting the ba - Get Rid Of Cellulite With Exercises
Cellulite is a common condition in women; it is not a result of being fat or overweight. Cellulite o - Why Do I Need A Personal Trainer? (part 2)
Following on from points one to five, we continue to look at why hiring a personal trainer could tra - Why Do I Need A Personal Trainer? (part 1)
Anything in life worth having takes effort and when it comes to getting the body you want, never has - How Do I Choose The Best Whey Isolate Easily Guide
As the owner of a supplement company, I get many questions about what makes our Whey isolate better
Most viewed articles in this category:
- Can A Treadmill Supercharge Your Life?
You know it. That person staring at you in the mirror knows it. You need to lose weight. But with - Training with Free Weights Will Not Get You Toned
Oh, and Santa Claus DOES exist.Well, it's safe to say both statements above are false.One of the mos - So How Can I Really Get Ripped Abs?
Next to the 'bi's' and 'tri's' in the arms, the next region that almost every body in the gym may se - The Secrets of a Killer Ab Workout
Out of all the body parts that you can exercise, your abs are one of the most important muscle group - When Should I Do My Cardio, Before or After Strength Training?
Friends I actually stumbled on the answer to this in a very interesting, yet eye-opening way.See her - A Good Exercise Routine Is Vital To Your Fitness Quest
At the beginning of every New Year, the local Leisure Centers, Sports Clubs, Gymnasiums, etc etc, ar - I'm New at Working Out with Weights, Any Suggestions?
The popularity and importance of strength training is becoming more and pronounced wherever the issu - Choosing the Correct Home Exercise Equipment
Exercise schedules should include three parts: Strength training, aerobic exercise, and flexibility - Tips and Tricks on How to Exercise
Everyone knows that exercise is necessary for better health and a better sense of well-being. Howeve - Hey, Some Teenagers Would Like to Pump Iron too
The average male, even from childhood, instinctively knows that perhaps very little else attracts th
