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When it comes to getting back in shape after many years of not exercising, it might not be as simple as you think. I spent the last 15 years or so working and raising a family. I came up with every excuse I could to avoid exercising. I slowly gained weight, which caused my health to fail. I finally decided to take action and gain control over my life. After talking with my spouse, I joined a local gym and signed up for classes. My journey wasn't easy, but I finally found the strength to get back in shape. I started this blog in hopes of helping other people improve their health. If you struggle to exercise or lose weight, don't hesitate to browse through the blog's content. Hopefully, you'll find your way back to good health soon.

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Tips To Improve Flexibility

by Jon Frazier

Joining a yoga class can be very beneficial. Yoga is relaxing, which can reduce stress. It lengthens your muscles, which can lead to long, lean muscles and can promote weight loss as well. Yoga is beneficial if done correctly, although as a beginner, you may notice that you aren't too flexible. This means it can be difficult to get into poses. Over time these poses can get easier, but to help improve your flexibility, follow the tips below.

Stretch Every Day

Going to yoga is one thing, but stretching on a daily basis can really improve your flexibility. It's a good routine to get into and isn't something that takes long to do. You can do it early in the morning as soon as you get up, when you get out of the shower, or even in the evening when you're watching your favorite TV show. A good 10-minute stretching session can help improve your flexibility. 

  • Forward bend. Stand with your knees straight and bend forward towards your toes. Try your best to reach your toes and pull yourself down further each time. Eventually, you'll be able to hold your ankles and pull your head towards your knees.
  • Quad stretch. Stretch your quads by pulling your foot up behind you, pulling your arm up to a 90-degree angle so that you feel your quads stretching. Be sure to stand tall and tuck your rear under to get a full stretch in the quad.
  • Child's Pose. Kneel down keeping your feet under your rear. Fold forward and reach out as far as you can with your arms, while keeping your feet and rear in place. Breathe through this stretch, allowing your spine to stretch.

Make stretching part of your daily routine and stick to it.

Drink Plenty Of Water

Water helps hydrate your body and those muscles as well. Drinking water has many benefits for your entire body and skin. After a workout, water is the best thing you can drink in order to keep your body hydrated. Drink at least eight glasses of water per day.

Allow Time To Rest

Give your muscles time to rest. Don't push yourself too far in an effort to gain flexibility. Allow your muscles time to rest. Get a massage to help heal those sore and tired muscles. Don't allow those tired or sore muscles to make you give up though. Take a rest and then get back to it. 

Yoga is about flexibility and breathing and has a number of benefits. Improve your flexibility to help you get deeper into those poses. For more information, contact your local yoga classes

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