Monday 4 November 2013

Importance of Stretching Workouts for Kids


Developing good habits in our kids is our prime responsibility. In order to assist them in maintaining a healthy and happy life along with behavioral habits, it’s a must to encourage them for healthy lifestyle. The foundation for a healthy living is based in early childhood. It should be kept in mind that kids learn more by watching than instructions. To ask them to work for a healthy living, it’s a must to adopt healthy lifestyle yourself. Make stretching a part of your routine to encourage your kids to do so. Here a number of benefits related why to cheer up the kids for stretching:


1. Stretching returns the blood flow to various body parts after sitting for long periods. It not only increases the blood circulation but keeps you mentally alert. Kids are used to sit in front of various screens these days i.e. internet or televisions. They should be taught to stretch themselves during their sitting activities to avoid stiffness in muscles and joints.

2. Proper stretching is important for kids though they are naturally active and flexible. Running, jumping and kicking is not hard for them but to maintain their flexibility and activity level it’s essential to involve them in regular stretching workouts. It prevents them from injuries and discomforts in sports and physically demanding activities. It significantly prevents muscle tears and pulls.

3. Kids do need to stretch properly and regularly as they are in growing age and stretching enhances athletic performance, prevents sudden injuries and leads to a healthy existence.  It’s important to teach them proper techniques before adopting any new form of exercise. The enhanced flexibility through stretching improves the performance of kids in their routine activities and in their athletic performance.

4. Stretching should be done as a warm up or cool down activity. Tell them to stretch their muscles until they feel them activated. The sensation of tightness is important to feel but it should not be pain. It’s vital to hold the move for about 20 to 30 seconds.

It’s recommendable to consult your child’s doctor before adopting a new fitness workout about the safest and efficient stretching techniques as per their fitness level.

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