Walking Tip
Stretch, Stretch, Stretch!
Stretching your
muscles before, during and after walking keeps them supple, increases the range
of motion of joints, enhances flexibility, improves coordination, increases body
temperature and heart rate, increases blood flow to muscles and prevents
injuries.
Stretch slow and relaxed. Don't bounce. You can end up pulling a muscle.
Stretch to the point of mild tension and back off if the stretch feels painful.
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Hold each stretch for 17 seconds and breathe slowly as you inhale and exhale.
Repeat two more times and stretch a little further with each stretch.