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2. Are you stretching correctly? Fitness experts break down what ...

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   Static stretches are best after a workout to get the body back to a state of rest, Houlin said. Cooldowns after high-intensity activity helps gradually bring the heart rate, body temperature and ...

3. 22 cool-down stretches that will help prevent soreness after ...

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   But when your workout is complete, holding static stretches is the best way to release tension in the muscles and help the body recover. An effective cool-down period should last between 5 and 10 ...

4. Cooling down - Wikipedia

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   Static stretching. Static stretching is the appropriate form of stretching to aid in the cooling down procedure. It aids in decreasing the body's temperature, removing lactic acid from the muscles and increasing flexibility. [5] Each stretch should be held for a minimum of 10–20 seconds and stretched to the point of mild discomfort but not ...

5. This low-impact workout can help seniors regain their strength

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   Here’s why, plus more exercise ideas for seniors. ... “Much of yoga involves stretching,” he explains. “We lose flexibility in our bodies as we age, and the stretching involved in many ...

6. Stretching - Wikipedia

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   Although static stretching is part of some warm-up routines, pre-exercise static stretching usually reduces an individual's overall muscular strength and maximal performance, regardless of an individual's age, sex, or training status. [8] For this reason, an active dynamic warm-up is recommended before exercise in place of static stretching.

7. Strength training - Wikipedia

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   A warm-up may include cardiovascular activity such as light stationary biking (a "pulse raiser"), flexibility and joint mobility exercises, static and/or dynamic stretching, "passive warm up" such as applying heat pads or taking a hot shower, and workout-specific warm-up, [8] such as rehearsal of the intended exercise with no weights or light ...

8. How To Maximize Your Workout After 40 For Noticeable Results

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   If you still hold onto the same workouts from your 20s, it's time for a change. Your body deserves a regimen that caters to its current needs, helping you maintain strength, flexibility, and ...

9. Warming up - Wikipedia

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   Stretching is part of some warm-up routines, although a study in 2013 indicates that it weakens muscles in that situation. [1] There are 3 types of stretches: ballistic, dynamic, and static: Ballistic Stretches involve bouncing or jerking. It is purported to help extending limbs during exercise, promoting agility and flexibility.