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by June M. Lay M.S.
Flexibility is another component of fitness and an equally important one in addition to our cardiovascular and strength components.
My motto is and has always been, “Stretching is For Everyday", and I do practice what I preach (I admit it, I'm biased, a doctor once called me gumby!). Flexibility is a component of fitness, so whether we stretch every day, or several days per week as part of our fitness programs, let's not underestimate its benefits. Research has indicated that regular stretching may be more effective in preventing injuries than occasional stretching and a systematic review of 7 out of 9 studies indicates that regular stretching improves sports performance. My motto will continue to be "Stretching is for Everyday" (almost every day, whether we have exercised or not!) and I hope we will all consider how important stretching is.
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