https://padlet.com/dillardtrevor4/2437m0q17b8w The purpose of this Padlet is for students to understand the importance of stretching and the different types of stretches. Students are to post different stretches that can be used daily. en-us 2019-11-09 03:21:09 UTC 2019-11-09 04:19:00 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f947.png dillardtrevor4 https://padlet.com/dillardtrevor4/2437m0q17b8w/wish/408950790 Stretching keeps the muscles flexible, strong, and healthy, and we need that flexibility to maintain a range of motion in the joints. Without it, the muscles shorten and become tight. Then, when you call on the muscles for activity, they are weak and unable to extend all the way. That puts you at risk for joint pain, strains, and muscle damage.]]> 2019-11-09 03:31:27 UTC https://padlet.com/dillardtrevor4/2437m0q17b8w/wish/408950790 dillardtrevor4 https://padlet.com/dillardtrevor4/2437m0q17b8w/wish/408951655 Stretching the hamstrings will help keep these muscles loose and flexible, which will improve posture, increase flexibility, and prevent lower back pain.]]> 2019-11-09 03:38:35 UTC https://padlet.com/dillardtrevor4/2437m0q17b8w/wish/408951655 dillardtrevor4 https://padlet.com/dillardtrevor4/2437m0q17b8w/wish/408952020 Strengthening the muscles that support your shoulder will help keep your shoulder joint stable. Keeping these muscles strong can relieve shoulder pain and prevent further injury. Flexibility: Stretching the muscles is important for restoring range of motion and preventing injury.]]> 2019-11-09 03:41:42 UTC https://padlet.com/dillardtrevor4/2437m0q17b8w/wish/408952020 dillardtrevor4 https://padlet.com/dillardtrevor4/2437m0q17b8w/wish/408953483 Stretching help loosen the muscles and get rid of existing back pain, but it can also strengthen the back and lower your chances of dealing with back pain in the future. Stretching of the back can help maintain or improve movement for everyday functions.]]> 2019-11-09 03:52:29 UTC https://padlet.com/dillardtrevor4/2437m0q17b8w/wish/408953483 dillardtrevor4 https://padlet.com/dillardtrevor4/2437m0q17b8w/wish/408954059 The purpose of the pectoral stretch is to lengthen chest muscles so that healthier positioning feels natural and comfortable. If you merely hold your elbow to the side, little lengthening can occur. Changing the position will get the purpose - lengthening front muscles that go across the chest.]]> 2019-11-09 03:57:38 UTC https://padlet.com/dillardtrevor4/2437m0q17b8w/wish/408954059 dillardtrevor4 https://padlet.com/dillardtrevor4/2437m0q17b8w/wish/408954722 The calves muscles play an important role in pumping blood through venous circulation and are therefore known as the peripheral heart. When we contract our calf muscles, the veins inside force the blood to flow upwards towards the heart. Keeping the calves flexible is not only important for preventing calf tears but for preventing the ever troublesome Achilles tendonitis or rupture.]]> 2019-11-09 04:03:43 UTC https://padlet.com/dillardtrevor4/2437m0q17b8w/wish/408954722