Keeping an exercise routine of 30 minutes a day at least 5 days a week is a sure way to maintain good health. You can incorporate mild to moderate activities into your daily life to maintain or improve flexibility, strength, and balance even without leaving your home. However, for many seniors and persons with chronic conditions exercising can be very challenging and demanding on their bodies.
A sure way to get the joints moving is stretching. Stretching is very beneficial for overall health and in most cases, stretching exercises can be done by people of all ages and levels of strength as the movements vary in posture and intensity.
Some of the benefits of stretching include:
- Relaxation
- Relief from pain
- Increased flexibility
- Improved posture
- Reduced inflammation
- Decrease in activity based injuries
Stretching can be done anywhere and at anytime, but be sure to exercise caution and use proper technique as stretching incorrectly can cause harm. Below are a few great tips from Mayo Clinic to help you keep stretching safe and enjoyable.
Stretching: Focus on flexibility
* If you have a chronic condition speak to your doctor before adopting a stretching or exercise routine.
