Dancing Towards Wellness: The Benefits of Stretching

FOUR KEY REWARDS

1. Improve your performance in physical activities

Enhance your overall performance and excel in various physical activities through an increased range of motion from your consistent stretching routine.

2. Decrease your risk of injuries.

Stretching helps to safeguard you against potential harm during physical activities by increasing the length of your muscles and tendons, allowing them to be less prone to strains and tears.

3. Increase muscle blood flow

Increased blood flow helps to deliver more oxygen and nutrients to muscles overall improving your health!

4.  Improve your ability to do daily activities

When your muscles and joints are more flexible, you can move more easily. This can help with tasks like bending reaching lifting and walking.

TIPS FOR YOUR STRETCHING ROUTINE

1. Don't aim for pain

It is important to truly listen to your body's signals and cues to prevent overstretching, which can lead to injuries. 

2. Strive for symmetry

Focus on having the same flexibility on both sides, especially if you have had an injury before. Unequal flexibility can increase the risk of injury.

3. Work with a professional

Consider working with a professional to effectively meet your new goals! By booking an ETDO workshop, you can tap into the full benefits that stretching.