This week for #WorkoutWednesday we’re going to keep things light.
The Pike’s Peak Ascent is Saturday and I am in rest / recovery mode. I had Boot Camp with Melissa on Monday, a short rainy run on Tuesday, and an hour on the elliptical this morning– now it’s time to s.t.r.e.t.c.h!
- Increased flexibility
- Increased range of motion {more and more important as you age}
- Enhanced muscular coordination
- Decreased risk of injury
- Increased blood flow to your muscles
- Increased energy levels
I don’t know about you, but I’m typically not as good about stretching as I should be; however, I do have a few key stretches that I make sure to do after every run. I find these stretches to be most important for my runner hips, hamstrings and quads.
Make sure to stretch the left and right side of your body equally. Hold each stretch for a minimum of 30 seconds, but don’t be afraid to stay in a stretch for as long as you need 🙂 Avoid any temptation to bounce while in the stretch.
