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 | | | A lack of stretching can cause the sacomeres at the end of the muscle fiber to disappear
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It is important to know the difference between the term flexibility and
stretching. Flexibility is the range of motion around a joint and can be
static or dynamic in nature. Stretching is the process of improving one’s
flexibility by performing specific movements. A lack of stretching can cause
the sacomeres at the end of the muscle fiber to disappear. (A sarcomere
is the smallest functional unit of a muscle fiber). The safest and recommended
approach to stretching is a slow and gentle static in nature and held for
15-30 seconds. As flexibility improves the stretch may be held for up to
1 minute. Strength training, in conjunction with a regular flexibility program
can help prevent injuries and improve posture. The two activities together
help to strengthen weak muscles and lengthen short ones, and ensure a proper
balance between strength and flexibility. Strong muscles will aid in stabilizing
joints and flexible muscles can exert their force through a wide range of
motion
| Can prevent injury
Readies muscles, bones and joints for more strenuous activities
Adds new sacomeres to muscle fibers preparing for new challenges
Increases the extensibility of muscle and connective tissue
putting the muscle back to or beyond their resting length
Helps to rid stored lactic acid |
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Helps maintain
posture
Helps in everyday activities
Promotes increases circulation
Increases a the range of motion
Helps decrease risk of adult onset diabetes
May increase force development
Reduces muscle tension
Improves coordination
It feels good |
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