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Calm Your Mind
Stretching can be a meditative experience. When stretching, focus on deep breaths and clear your mind. For the five to 10 minutes during your stretch, forget everything else you have to do. Just focus on being in the moment and feeling every muscle you are stretching out.
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Decrease Low Back Pain
Stretching your lower back a few times a week can help reduce the risk of injury and pain. By stretching, you keep your joints and muscles limber, which decreases the chance of injury. Life is all about perspective, so instead of looking at stretching as a task, view it as a treat for yourself.
As you can probably tell, there are many benefits to stretching. So, try to stretch a few times a week for just 10 minutes each time. Have your kids join you and make it a family thing. Stretching is good for everyone, young and old.
