TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Stretching is one of the important exercises for you to make sure your muscles are in a healthy condition.
Sitting constantly can cause stiff muscles and reduce your flexibility over time and stretching regularly can reduce the impact.
1. The first benefit, stretching regularly can make your muscles become flexible and tight.
“It may take months to get tight muscles, so you won’t be very flexible after one or two sessions,” said David Nolan, a physical therapist from Massachusetts General Hospital as reported by Medical Daily, Monday, October 29.
2. The second benefit, stretching can be done by diabetic patients to maintain their glucose levels, according to a study in 2011.
Those who stretch after consuming sugar-containing drinks have lower blood sugar levels than those who do not really stretch their muscles.
3. The third benefit, stretching can also be a stress reliever. It does not only affect you mentally but can also cause a number of physical symptoms, such as tense muscles, headaches, nausea, insomnia, and more.
Nolan recommends some that need to be prioritized, namely the calves, hamstrings and front, and pelvis because these body parts are important for mobility.
4. The fourth benefit, stretching a few muscles for a short time can improve blood circulation and increase your energy.
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