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STRETCHING: ESSENTIAL PRE- AND POST-WORKOUT STRETCHES

Writer: DE MODEDE MODE

ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED IN DE MODE | FITNESS

Article Published on: 15TH MAR 2025 | www.demodemagazine.com


Stretching is a crucial component of any fitness routine, helping to improve flexibility, prevent injuries, and enhance overall performance. Incorporating the right stretches before and after a workout can prepare your muscles for movement and aid in recovery.

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Photo by Jonathan Borba | Image Source: www.pexels.com

Pre-Workout: Dynamic Stretching for Warm-Up

Dynamic stretching involves controlled movements that increase blood flow and activate muscles, making it ideal before exercise. These stretches improve mobility and prepare the body for physical activity.

  1. Arm Circles – Loosen up the shoulders by making small, then larger, circular motions with your arms.

  2. Leg Swings – Swing one leg forward and backward, then side to side to increase hip mobility.

  3. Torso Twists – Rotate your upper body side to side to engage your core and spine.

  4. Lunges with a Twist – Step into a lunge position, then twist your torso toward the leading leg for an active hip and core stretch.

  5. High Knees – March or jog in place, bringing your knees up high to activate your lower body.


Post-Workout: Static Stretching for Cool-Down

After a workout, static stretching helps to relax muscles, reduce soreness, and improve flexibility. These stretches should be held for 20-30 seconds each.

  1. Hamstring Stretch – Sit or stand with one leg extended and reach toward your toes to stretch the back of your thigh.

  2. Quadriceps Stretch – Stand on one leg and pull the opposite foot toward your glutes, keeping knees aligned.

  3. Chest Opener – Clasp your hands behind your back and gently pull back to open the chest and shoulders.

  4. Cat-Cow Stretch – On hands and knees, alternate between arching and rounding your back to stretch the spine.

  5. Child’s Pose – Sit back on your heels with arms extended forward, relaxing into a deep stretch for the back and shoulders.


By incorporating both dynamic and static stretching into your routine, you enhance flexibility, improve performance, and promote muscle recovery. Make stretching a habit to keep your body strong, mobile, and injury-free!

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