Benefits of stretching

[prasanth5]

There are several benefits of stretching and some of them are 1. physical fitness gets enhanced, 2. mental and physical relaxation gets increased, 3. muscular soreness gets reduced and 4 muscular tension also gets reduced.

[uncle_tom]

that's a bullshit.
Stretching, if it is performed as you often see at tv, will reduce strength.
Though, if it is made moderately, it can adjust the back bones as well as it will stretch the fascia properly, so that the muscles will grow.

[Sorensenp]

Stretching is important for people of all ages! One of the greatest benefits of stretching is that you’re able to increase your range of motion, which means your limbs and joints can move further before an injury occurs. Post-exercise stretching can also aid in workout recovery, decrease muscle soreness, and ensure that your muscles and tendons are in good working order. The more conditioned your muscles and tendons are, the better they can handle the rigors of sport and exercise, and the less likely that they'll become injured.

[arnoldblack]

I actual feel less strong after stretching a muscle group, perhaps the stretching action depeletes muscles of something ? ( blood flow etc )

[Vitaminplanet]

Stretching activates the muscles and is extremely good for your body. But I wonder how beneficial is it to show the results?

Rima Rohra
www.VitaminPlanet.in