Our lower back muscles are used for most things we do on a daily basis. So, keeping the lower back flexible is crucial for doing those day-to-day activities.

Additionally, with the rise in desk jobs, backs and hips are taking a beating. Sitting for long periods of time result in tighter, less pliable muscles. This discomfort can also add to more stress.

For these reasons, it is a good idea to stretch daily. Taking just 5 minutes to stretch each morning, before jumping in the shower or drinking that first cup of coffee, can pay off in big ways. Starting each day with intention, a good stretch followed by deep breathing can make a huge difference in your day. Your mind, back, hips, and other muscles will benefit greatly.

THE DYNAMIC BENEFITS OF STRETCHING

The benefits of stretching cannot be overstated. To relieve lower back and hip pain, it’s not only essential to improve flexibility of the back muscles, but to improve flexibility of the whole body. When the body is thoroughly stretched out on a regular basis, the potential benefits can be profound and numerous.

TOP TEN BENEFITS OF STRETCHING

1. STRETCHING ENHANCES WELL-BEING
   Stretching away muscular tightness can make you feel better about every aspect of your life.
2. STRETCHING IMPROVES OVERALL ENERGY
   When our bodies are not locked up by chronic muscular tightness, it inevitably leads to much greater overall energy. Flexibility boosts overall energy because the body is not struggling to perform the simple tasks of daily living.
3. STRETCHING RELIEVES CHRONIC LOWER BACK PAIN
   Lower back pain can be markedly improved by simply employing a regime of regular stretching, supplemented by core and overall strengthening.
4. STRETCHING RELIEVES OVERALL BODILY ACHES AND PAINS
   Some people believe that aches and pains are just a fact of aging. This is only true when flexibility is ignored.
5. STRETCHING RELIEVES STRESS
   By the same token, that tension in our bodies contributes to tension in our minds, releasing bodily tension has the power to relax the mind and peel stress away.
6. STRETCHING RESTORES EASE AND COMFORT IN MOVEMENT
   By virtue of the fact that our limbs and joints can move more easily and fluidly when our flexibility improves, it will no longer be a chore to turn your head to back the car out or bend down to garden or play with your animals or children.
7. STRETCHING SPEEDS RECOVERY AFTER EXERCISE
   Your body will be much more durable and ready for the next workout when you thoroughly stretch after exercising.
8. STRETCHING IMPROVES ATHLETIC PERFORMANCE
   If your muscles are able to contract and relax fully, then they possess their maximum potential to perform.
9. STRETCHING REDUCES THE LIKELIHOOD OF INJURY
   Tight, short, stuck muscles are not prepared for action. If you’ve ever bent over and tweaked your back, you’ve experienced back muscles that are not prepared for bending.
10. STRETCHING REDUCES MOODINESS
    One of the biggest contributors to moodiness is exhaustion. Stretching the body’s muscles can improve one’s mood.

THE RIGHT KIND OF STRETCHING

GenerationFit’s Stretch Strap (https://generationfit.net/product/stretch-strap/) helps people stretch easier, without having to slouch or bend uncomfortably. Using one of the 12 loops and the padded ends for a comfortable grip, you can easily get a deep stretch and relieve tight muscles in your lower back without the help of a partner.

At home, in your yoga class, in your office chair, anywhere you go. You’ll find it’s easy to carry along and discover real results of proper risk-free stretching.