Dear Constant Reader,
I had expected to be writing this from the Suffolk County Courthouse. Not because I am in any trouble with the law. Perish the thought! I am, as they say, a good girl. No, no, it’s because, besides being a glamourous showgirl, I am also a responsible citizen of the Commonwealth. In other words, I thought I had jury duty today. However, the Court was kind enough not to require any jury pools and I am at liberty, so to speak.
But enough about that, here is your Friday Tip!
Stretch *after* you warm up.
Stretching is *not* the same thing as warming up. Get your muscles warm before you stretch them. Just be active for at least 5 minutes and get your blood moving. I like to hoop, but failing that will run down my body rolling or circling the appropriate body part: neck, shoulders, wrists, arms, chest, hips, ankles, legs, and end with a few squats and side jumps (a la Evie Sphinx). Squats are awesome.
The best time for stretching is after your work out. You muscles will be all warm and loose. You’ll be able to stretch much further than when you were cold. And don’t forget to cool down!
