How to stretch after exercise

Stretch and relax your body in time, because if you sit or lie down right after exercise, it is easy to cramp, which will make your muscles more and more sore, so we also remind every sports friend to do these stretching movements in time after exercise, and the following is a detailed analysis of several stretching methods and movements that must be understood after fitness exercise.

There are many stretching movements, such as bending sideways, putting your feet together, crossing your fingers with your palms facing up, raising your arms up, lifting your heels, slowly bending your upper body to the right, holding for a few seconds, then bending to the left, and also holding for a few seconds. Do 6 times on each side, then return to the middle position. You can also do chest expansion, stretching, leg pressing and other exercises.

Stretching Guide

Before you stretch your ligaments, warm up for 5 to 10 minutes to make your muscles and connective tissue relatively flexible. Do various stretching movements slowly and maintain the posture. Do not jump, otherwise it may cause muscle fiber damage or lead to connective tissue tearing.

Hold the stretch for at least 20 seconds. As you begin the stretch, exhale—don't hold your breath—and inhale as you return to the pose.

Don’t think that you can stop after exercise because you have achieved the exercise effect. In fact, this understanding is incorrect. If you don’t pay attention to doing these stretching after exercise, the muscles will always be in a tense state, and you will become more tired. The impact of muscle soreness will be even greater.