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SUNDAY, AUGUST 19, 2018 SENIOR EXPO • RIVER VALLEY & OZARK EDITION OF THE ARKANSAS DEMOCRATGAZETTE
Yoga is a great way to improve flexibility. Adding yoga to a daily fitness routine can help improve circulation, muscle control and balance.
Men and women may begin to feel less flexible as they get older. According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, that
loss of flexibility is because muscles lose both strength and elasticity as the body ages.
A lack of flexibility can make men and women more vulnerable to certain types of injuries, including muscle strains and tears. While people might not be able to maintain the flexibility they enjoyed in their 20s, there are ways for them to combat age-related loss of flexibility.
STRETCH FREQUENTLY
Stretching is a great way to combat age-related loss of flexibility. Stretch major muscle groups, such as hamstrings and shoulder muscles, several times per week. When practicing static stretching, the goal
is to gradually elongate the muscle being stretched before holding the elongated position, and ultimately allowing the muscle to return to resting position. As flexibility improves, elongated stretches can be held for 30 seconds. Avoid stretching muscles that are sore or injured, and discontinue a stretch if you feel pain or discomfort.
“In general, stretching helps with relaxation, and flexibility can be gained from stretching on a regular basis,” said Amanda Castillo, marketing coordinator and Yoga Fit instructor at Conway Regional Health & Fitness Center. “Stretching allows muscles and tendons to lengthen and allows joints to move through range of motion. It is beneficial to incorporate a good stretching program into your daily routine to maintain flexibility. Stretching also helps to increase circulation and muscle control and improve balance.”
A stretch ahead
How to stay flexible as you age
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