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freddiemarsh Posts: 21 Joined: 2004/11/04	2004/12/13, 07:54 PM One more question regarding stretching. I keep hearing how important it is...but where do I find info on simple stretches to do? And the key is SIMPLE stretches. Up until now I haven't been stretching.
freddiemarsh Posts: 21 Joined: 2004/11/04	2004/12/13, 08:14 PM Nevermind...I just did a google search and I think I found some stretches that I can use. I like the ones that have pictures rather than lenghthy explanations. :)
bb1fit Posts: 11,105 Joined: 2001/06/30	2004/12/13, 08:51 PM You will find stretching is not as important as was once thought, especially pre workout. Post workout, or inbetween sets while the muscle is warm is fine. (dynamic stretching) -------------- If you don't stand for something, you will fall for anything.... bb1fit@freetrainers.com
Miyu Posts: 118 Joined: 2003/04/15	2004/12/13, 11:41 PM Also there are a several stretches with pictures showing you how to do them on this site. Just check "Fitness Resources".
bb1fit Posts: 11,105 Joined: 2001/06/30	2004/12/14, 12:05 AM There is also this website....http://www.howtostretch.com -------------- If you don't stand for something, you will fall for anything.... bb1fit@freetrainers.com
freddiemarsh Posts: 21 Joined: 2004/11/04	2004/12/14, 12:12 AM Great...thanks, I'll check those out.
rebound Posts: 11 Joined: 2004/07/12	2004/12/15, 08:06 PM I guess you never played a sport, because that's where all my stretching knowledge comes from.