Stretching increases the range of motion improves blood flow and reduces tension and discomfort in certain areas. For these reasons, stretching is a fundamental part of sports training at different levels from beginner to elite athlete, taking into account that if you perform the appropriate stretches you can improve your sports performance.
What are Stretches and what do they consist of?
A muscle stretch is the slow and progressive lengthening of the muscle fibers, intending to widen the articular arches, making the muscles more flexible and relaxing, and performing better in sports.
What are the benefits of stretching?
Stretches can provide you with multiple benefits such as the following:
- Decreases muscle shortening and fascial restrictions.
- It improves blood circulation and also brings more oxygen to the muscular system.
- It helps in general disorders such as insomnia, stress, headaches, and back pain.
- Increases the mobility of the joints in the different planes.
How do we apply stretching at FisioClinics Palma de Mallorca?
At FisioClinics Palma de Mallorca, we have a stretching program that adapts to the physical condition of each person, taking into account the musculature involved or the one that is injured to take greater care or emphasis as required. These stretches will also help to enhance the sporting gesture performed by each athlete to improve their performance and prevent injury.