Sorry it has taken so long to post a new blog entry. I was waiting for my last entry (shoveling tips) to prove useful. But, it appears as though we're not really going to have a Canadian winter this season. Fine by me. Of course, this has not stopped me from enjoying the Winter Olympics. Besides the usual pride and occasional (maybe more than occasional) disappointment, it is especially amazing to watch and admire the strength, flexibility and overall athletic capability of the Olympians.
Does it inspire you to be more athletic? Stronger? More flexible? I hope so. We can all stand to be a bit stronger, flexible, and healthier. Below is some information about stretching. If the Olympians stretch, perhaps we all should.
Stretching pumps irritants and inflammation away from muscles, and increases the blood supply and flow of nutrients to muscles and joints. This process promotes tissue healing and injury repair. Here are some more reasons why stretching can be beneficial:
1. Reduces muscle soreness after exercise
2. Accelerates tissue healing
3. Improves balance and co-ordination
4. Improves posture
5. Promotes muscle relaxation
6. Boosts your energy levels
7. Relieves back and joint pain
8. Reduces the likelihood of back pain
9. Promotes total body relaxation and a greater sense of well-being
10. Maintains lifelong flexibility
Wednesday, February 24, 2010
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