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Won’t you like a stress relief massage to end your day before lunging into the bed! I know definitely you want one. If you don’t have somebody to do it for you, what if that you can achieve such a relief by efforts of your own.   Stretching is a simple physical method that can boost your energy for the day and relax you for the night. Stretching should be part of every strenuous physical activity schedule. People generally avoid stretching as they consider that it is too easy and has no benefit or it is for people with better flexibility.  However, the actual fact is that controlled stretching improves flexibility, corrects poor posture, relieves pain and reduces the risk of injury.

Stretching is suitable for all ages as it reduces the stress levels and reduces the effect of aging. It is not like yoga, stretching aims at only aligning body by working upon about 602 muscles ensuring smooth movement of the joints. Stretching in daily life can be enjoyed every where without any special equipments. Methodical stretching can become part of your lifestyle. Stretching makes you feel the pull of muscles upon bones. The pull of stretching help the tendons to “plump up,” help preventing injuries when exercising or carrying out day to day activities.  Learn to do stretching in the right way to enjoy perfect motor movements and pain free body.

 “I stretch often when I feel pain in any position, why would I require a separate session? Feeling this way!!! Then I think you should read this. Stretching not only affects your muscles but also your neurological system. Stretching lengthens some muscles and relaxes some and this is sensed by your brain and it regulates heart rate and blood pressure automatically. It stimulates hormonal secretion helping insulin control, metabolic and emotion control. It is myth that a stretching session should be a part of warm up session before undertaking any sports activity as it helps to improve only blood circulation. If you are still not convinced that a dedicated session of stretching is not required, then,  look at the benefits that you can reap by a dedicated stretching session,

• Corrects posture and balance length of muscles
• Smoothen motor movement by improving flexibility and mobility
• Circulation of nutrients and water is improved to counter aging effects
• Improved flexibility and balance reduces the risk of injury
• Reduce stress and energize body, mind, and spirit

Thus, focused and correct stretching is mandatory to reap benefits, incorrect methods may lead to muscle tear and injury. Dedicated stretching session for the correct muscle after a strenuous work out or extending work position is mandatory the joy of relief would be felt throughout the body physically and mentally. So, Stretch to enjoy your day!

Pain free body is one which is wanted by everyone. People opt for different methods to have a pain free physique. Some go for massage, hot water bath but stretching is an exercise which is the most simplest of all. This requires minimum effort but pays rich dividends. Don not bounce while stretching and know your body limitations and respect it, as over stretching can be harmful. Once you reach the tension barrier while stretching, a good elongation will make you feel the effect of giving away of the barrier.  Stretch movements should be gentle, slow and smooth but rhythmic. Generally, the movements should always be slow and smooth but as rhythmic as possible.

Breathing is integral part of stretching exercises and rich dividend is earned when breathing is done into stretching. It is a general tendency to hold breath while stretching as most of us concentrate in counting. Instead hold stretched positions in terms of breath cycles would help you to integrate both breathing and stretching appropriately. Deep breathing eases you for further stretching without stain and gives a relaxed sensation. Stability is an important factor while undertaking stretching exercises so that the effect of stretching could be focused on the correct muscle or body part. Flexibility of individuals varies as per the body condition and practice, hence comparing with others would do harm than motivation. There is nothing called right time for stretching as it can be integrated into your lifestyle at any time. Stretching exercises can be included after long period in front of computer, a five minute session after long drive, early in the morning or just before bed.