Loosen Up “Does cold air cause your joints to stiffen? Keep them loose all winter long with these stretching tips
1. | Always warm up first. Try a bit of easy walking and arm pumping along with deep breathing. | 2. | Take it easy. Mild tension during stretching is normal; pain is not. | 3. | Do not bounce. Your movements should be slow and steady. | 4. | Avoid locking your joints when you straighten them during a return movement. Make sure that your arms and legs are slightly bent with the pelvis tucked under |
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