Fed up with stiff, tight, aching muscles and joints?

Dear thomas,   When stretching and flexibility expert, Brad Walker, received the following email, he thought it was time to set the record straight.   HOW CAN YOU CALL YOURSELF A STRETCHING EXPERT? I SAW A STRETCH ON YOUR WEBSITE THAT MY COACH SAID NO ONE SHOULD EVER DO! IT'S A BAD STRETCH!   ...And yes, that's how it was written: In all capitals and with exclamation marks.   So if you're fed up with stiff, tight, aching muscles and joints, and you're ready to know the secrets of stretching properly to get loose, supple and pain free, have a read of Brad's 5 point check list below.   Regards, David Riklan Editor Natural Health Newsletter Founder SelfGrowth.com -----------------------------------   ...Stretching properly is a little more technical than just swinging your leg over a park bench. There are methods and techniques that will maximize the benefits and minimize the risks.   But first, let's set the record straight... Just as there are no good or bad exercises, there are no good or bad stretches; only what is appropriate for the specific requirements of the individual.   So a stretch that is perfectly safe and beneficial for one person may not be safe or beneficial for someone else.   Remember, the stretch itself is neither good nor bad. It's the way the stretch is performed and whom it is performed on that makes stretching either effective and safe, or ineffective and harmful.   So if the stretch itself is neither good nor bad, how do you decide which stretch is right for you?   Here's a 5 point check list you can use today to make sure every stretch you do is safe and beneficial for you... Make a review of the muscle group to be stretched: Is there any damage to the muscles, joints, ligaments, tendons, etc.? Has the area been injured recently, or is it still recovering from an injury? If the area to be stretched is healthy, then... Warm up prior to stretching: Warming up helps to increase muscle temperature and makes the muscles loose, supple and pliable. This is essential to ensure the maximum benefit is gained from your stretching. Stretch gently and slowly (Avoid bouncing): Stretching slowly and gently helps to relax your muscles, which in turn makes stretching more pleasurable and beneficial. Stretch ONLY to the point of tension: Many people believe that to get the most from their stretching they need to be in constant pain. This is one of the greatest mistakes you can make when stretching. Breathe slowly and easily while stretching: This helps to relax your muscles, promotes blood flow and increases the delivery of oxygen and nutrients to your muscles. To make sure you're stretching properly and getting the most out of your time spent exercising, me and my team of injury management experts have compiled a series of unique stretching resources guaranteed to improve your fitness, keep you loose and supple, and eliminate stiff, aching muscles & joints once and for all.   So if you're sick and tired of tight, sore muscles and you've had enough of not being able to move and perform like you want to, take a look at my stretching resources at the link below...   Click here to get loose, supple and pain free   If the link above isn't working, copy and paste the address below into your web browsers address field. http://www.selfgrowth.com/go/injuryfix.html     Until next time, stay healthy, keep stretching and God bless.     Kind regards, Brad Walker The Stretch Coach

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