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When to stretch.

Now that we’re on another recovery day, let’s again focus on stretching.  Knowing when to stretch is just as important as knowing how since we’ve already covered how…

The best time to stretch is after you have warmed up some, your muscles will be more flexible then, stretching after a run is also quite beneficial.

Runner’s World suggests the following:

BEFORE RUNNING: Your muscles will not be warm, so don’t overstretch. Just before running, do one or two easy stretches just to signal to your body that you are ready to go. Don’t stretch anywhere near your limit. You should not feel pain.

WHILE RUNNING: Run five or ten minutes, then stop to stretch. Your muscles will be warmer, thus stretching will be easier. You still don’t want to stretch to the point where it is painful. Stretching should be gentle.

AFTER RUNNING: Finish each workout with some easy stretching. If you have access to a whirlpool, the warm water will make stretching even easier. Stretching at different times of the day is another option.

Taken from here.

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