FACTS

1. Dynamic stretching is better when warming up.
2. To increase range of motion, try PNF stretching.
3. Stretching does not prevent muscle soreness.
4. Stretching improves your flexibility.
5. Stretching can decrease your risk of injury.
6. Stretching increases blood flow to your muscles.
7. Stretching throughout the day is a good idea.
8. You should never bounce when you stretch.
9. Stretch on both sides to keep everything balanced.

STATS

• Stretching is beneficial to the overall health of the body and plays a role in reducing musculoskeletal disorders among employees. MSD’s account for more than 600,000 injuries and illnesses and 34 percent of all workdays lost.
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