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The Benefits Of Exercise Routines
Even though most people were taught stretching in P.E. class as a child, many take keeping a exercise routine for granted. There are many benefits of having a good exercise routine. Here are just a few.
Types of exercise Routines
There are many types of fitness exercise programs and some of these target specific muscles and muscle groups. Among the more common routines are the dynamic exercise or warm up stretches, active exercise, passive exercise or cool down stretches and isometric exercise. Some other exercise routines are a combination of two or more of the types of stretches listed above.
Back Pain and Posture
Most simple back pain can be cured with a stretching routine. It is important to find stretches that target the part of the back you are having the most trouble with. Simply touching your toes can be an effective preventer of back pain. Good posture also helps to relieve back pain. Strong, limber muscles are the key to better poster and the best way to get there is through a stretching routine.
A good stretch to start out with is the wire stretch. Pretend that there is a wire attached to the top of your head and that it is slowly pulling your head higher and higher. Your neck will elongate, your shoulders will straighten, and your back will un-slump. Your body is now in perfect posture.
Prevent Injury
Athletes know that a stretching routine can prevent serious injuries to the muscles, that is why you see them stretching before pitching, batting, mounting the parallel bars, and other athletic activities. Even athletically inept people can benefit from stretching.
Stretching before and after a workout is very important. Start by walking in place for five minutes to warm up your muscles. Stretches are more effective when the muscles are warm because the muscles are much like modeling clay. Clay is much easier to mold if it is warmed by the hands first and similarly, muscles stretch better if warmed by light exercise. Start your stretches by performing them with slow and deliberate motions. Then, stretch after your workout before your muscles cool down too much.
As you can see, there are many benefits to having exercise routines. It is important to do all stretches slowly, and to consult your doctor if you are experiencing any pain when performing stretches.
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