Stretching can be great for your muscles by relieving tension and helping you to perform better in your activity Stretching can decrease you risk of an injury as well as help joints to move and rotate more easily. However, over stretching can cause the opposite effect and leave your muscle over stretched and your joints or muscles damaged. It is important to stretch properly and know the preferred stretching practices are 3 times per week in short periods of time. As always, follow the guidance of your personal physician or physical therapist and also follow the guidance of your own body. 

 

For safety purposes we ask that participants always follow the Empowered Standards and Guidelines when performing health and fitness activities.