Stand Corrected + Whole Body Stretch Beginner

Welcome to Stand Corrected + Human movement is dependent on the amount of range of motion available in our synovial joints Limitations in ROM can be from joints and muscles. This series is a beginners guide to stretch different muscles in the body, which can be helpful between Chiropractic treatment sessions. Tight muscles limit our range of motion and can create muscle imbalance When we stretchy we increase the length of the muscle . Stretching of the muscle applies tension to other structures such as the joint capsule and the fascia The common aims of stretching are: improve joint range of motion (flexibility) Decrease muscle tension Improve circulation Relieve muscle pain Prevent injury Improve athletic performance Have you tried stretching in the past and got no results ? Lets look at what a good stretching protocol entails We have 2 types of stretching as an option, beginner and advanced. beginning stretches last up to 15 seconds Advanced lasts up to 30 seconds Most research suggests up to 30 seconds for a stretch, as no benefit is clinically seen for any stretch longer than 30 seconds Research shows you want to stretch for at least 2 to 3 days per week, and stretches can be repeated 2 to 4 times. Research also shows that for exercise and stretches to have actual benefit , it can take on average of 8 weeks. Although not a quick fix