![]() Your muscles are propelling the stretch, therefore it’s “active”. For example, when you reach behind to scratch your back. □ Increasing Active and Passive Range of MotionĪctive range of motion refers to how far you can flex or stretch a muscle/joint. Benefits of Full Body Stretchingīefore we get into the full body routine, let’s take a moment to talk about the benefits of stretching-or, put another way, all the reasons that you should be stretching regularly. Go through this routine before and after your workouts-and a few extra times a week around your house or at the office-and I guarantee you’ll move more easily through every activity. It’s as important to your workouts as lifting weights or running, so you should never skip your stretches before and after every training session.īelow, we’re going to look at a simple yet highly effective full body stretching routine that will help you to limber up from head to toe in just a few minutes. Not only does stretching build muscle, but it also increases your range of motion so you can grow stronger and more flexible/mobile. ![]() ![]() Stretching is an absolutely critical part of any healthy workout program!
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