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Welcome to our Stretching & Yoga resources page! Here you will find information, links, and video resources on Stretching & Yoga to help you relax and get fit!

Stretching

This is a form of exercise where muscles are stretched to keep them loose. Stretches are typically done before most workouts and exercises to warm up the muscles which reduces the risk of muscular injuries. Stretching also helps you improve posture and consistent stretching can allow you to retain mobility later in life, and it can also help with recovery from muscular injuries. The books here are aimed to allow people to get the most out of their physical exercise and also to know what muscles to target and how to target them by stretching.

This article from Harvard informs the reader further on the benefits of stretching and how to stretch effectively.

Yoga

Yoga is an ancient traditional form of exercise focusing on breathing, relaxation, strength and flexibility. It can also provide a form of mental and spiritual healing, due to its relaxing nature. It can also help improve posture, which can save you from suffering from back pain later in life. Anyone can perform yoga, young or old, there is no age limit! The resources provided here aim to inform people about the benefits of yoga, why it is important and how to get started with it.

For more useful advice, Yoga Basics provides a lot of resources for beginners looking to hit the mat for the first time, providing advice and tips for people getting into yoga.

Video Resources:

Morning Yoga Workout ♥ Better Than The Gym | Strength & Stretch