Written by: Marci D’Argeno PT, DPT
For many of us, athletes and couch potatoes alike, stretching tends to be a drag. Just another task on our to do list that weighs on our conscience, one more thing to make time for like cooking, getting that work assignment done, or finally taking care of that home repair. Stretching has long been widely recognized as a necessity for fitness, flexibility and even injury prevention. However over the last couple of years this workout staple has been questioned on whether it really is necessary, how and when to do it, and what type of stretching is best. Read below to debunk these myths and make the most of your workouts!
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