If you have a set of muscles that are more tight than another set, you are most likely going to end up with poor joint movement. And a joint that isn’t moving properly is a ticking time bomb.

Unfortunately, many fitness aficionados do not know how to get the most out of their flexibility training.

So here is how to make the most out of your flexibility training:

1. Increase core temperature: The higher your body temperature the better of you’ll be when you start stretching. You see, not only will your muscles, tendons and ligaments become more pliable, but you will also be more alert.

2. Use some myofascial release beforehand: This is a great way to release knots and out of alignment muscle fibers. You see, applying pressure to tight and tender spots around your body can actually change the way your muscle fibers are lined up.

3. Use dragon well tea to prime your body: Dragon well tea is a great tool for increasing core temperature and tissue flexibility. Just make sure you stay away from bagged tea and stick with loose leaf tea, it’s much more effective.

4. Drink lots of water: Dehydrated muscles are very hard to stretch. And in extreme cases, you can get some nasty cramps once a certain level of dehydration is reached. So make sure you are well hydrated before you begin stretching.

5. Do some cardio beforehand: Now this isn’t necessary, but if you are super tight then I recommend doing a light session here. About fifteen minutes of cardio will make your entire body super warm. Blood flow will increase and the majority of structures in your body will become more pliable.

6. Stretch more frequently: You can actually stretch every day, unlike weight lifting. And if you have some serious flexibility issues, I recommend stretching with a very high frequency. You see, being inflexible sets you up for a wide range of issues.

Flexibility training is critical in this day and age of sedentary living. So take action here sooner rather than later for the best results!

Author Katherine Crawford, an exercise physiologist and former arm fat sufferer, instructs on how to get rid of flabby arms quickly. Figure out how to get sexy and sculpted arms by exploring her blog with tricep exercises for women right now!

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