Stretches

Stretching is important to increase and maintain joint and muscle flexibility. It can also help the prevention and recovery of muscle injuries.

Important things to remember when you stretch:

• Don't bounce.
• Concentrate on slow, sustained stretches.
• Breathe normally, never hold your breath
• Hold the stretch for 20 to 30 seconds.
• Once the muscle feels comfortable, gently increase the stretch, and then hold again.