👁️ Today's Apperception: Flexibility

22d ago in Guides

I've been stretching nearly every day for about 8 months now.

The first picture is obviously new but it is an accurate representation of how NOT flexible I was for most of my life. That was as far as I could go and I thought that was just how I was.

Turns out stretching is really good for you. Who knew? (not old me)

Physical flexibility provides several benefits:

Improved Range of Motion: Enhances the ability to move joints and muscles fully.
Injury Prevention: Reduces the risk of injuries by allowing muscles and joints to move freely.
Better Posture: Helps maintain proper alignment and reduces strain on the body.
Enhanced Performance: Boosts athletic performance by allowing more efficient and effective movements.
Reduced Muscle Soreness: Aids in quicker recovery and less soreness after physical activity.

I have done this by disciplining myself to stretch after every workout every day for about 5 minutes.

Here are some simple leg stretches I do:

1. Hamstring Stretch:

- Sit on the floor with one leg extended and the other bent.

- Reach towards your toes of the extended leg, keeping your back straight.

- Hold for 15-30 seconds and switch legs.

2. Quadriceps Stretch:

- Stand on one leg and pull the opposite foot towards your buttocks.

- Keep your knees close together and push your hips forward.

- Hold for 15-30 seconds and switch legs.

3. Calf Stretch:

- Stand facing a wall with one foot forward and the other back.