The Best Way To Stretch
Jan 22nd, 2010 | Category: Weekly Health UpdatesAlways contract the muscle you want to stretch first (2-5 seconds), take a deep breath in-and-out (1-2 seconds) and then stretch, (holding the stretch 15-30 seconds). Repeat this process 3-5 times. This mechanism allows the muscle to relax. Try it! Example: If stretching the hamstrings, you should contract the hamstrings first and then go into the stretch. Herman Kabat, MD, PhD