Five to six stretches would be a good number to work on. A good clean
air space makes a fine place to stretch. Then comes a schedule. Early morning,
before dinner, or before bed are all good times, and most important...stretch
before you play. Stretch in loose clothing as this helps your skin breathe and
gives your body freedom of movement. Learn to do your selected stretches
slowly, for this process will reach more parts of your body. Five or six well
done stretches is much better than 10 to 12 quickly done stretches. While
stretching, feel within yourself what the stretch is doing for your body. One
last thing...enjoy the stretches; the only burden is the one you carry.
There are many fine books in print detailing different stretches for
different parts of the body. Yoga books are among the finest.
Stretching is universal and has been studied for centuries in many
forms. Using the stretches I have suggested, and with a little research on your
own, you will uncover just what you and your body have been looking for. With a
little enthusiasm you will move along quite quickly. Now that you have your
body ready with proper exercise and stretching programs, you are ready to start.
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