Many people feel they don\u2019t have enough time to look after their bodies. Yet it doesn\u2019t have to be complicated or time-consuming at all. Just 5 minutes of stretching every day can make a big difference to how your body feels. It helps you move more freely, reduces tension and prevents aches and pains. Precisely because it\u2019s so accessible, almost anyone can get started and stick with it.<\/b><\/p>\n
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When you stretch every day, more is happening in your body than you might think. From <\/span>research<\/span><\/a> has shown that regular stretching can contribute to increased range of motion, better blood flow and more flexible muscles, even when performed in short, daily moments.<\/span><\/p>\n In addition, stretching for at least 5 minutes a day has an effect on your nervous system. By moving gently and breathing calmly whilst stretching, your body enters a more relaxed state. This can help to reduce stress and tension, something that many people experience on a daily basis.<\/span><\/p>\n You may experience the following effects, amongst others:<\/b><\/p>\n <\/p>\n The great thing about stretching for 5 minutes every day is that it\u2019s suitable for almost everyone. You don\u2019t have to be an athlete to benefit from it. In fact, it\u2019s people with sedentary jobs, physical ailments or a busy lifestyle who can benefit most from a short daily routine.<\/span><\/p>\n Do you spend a lot of time working at a computer? If so, stretching can help to relieve tension that has built up in your neck and shoulders. If, on the other hand, you have a physically demanding job, it can help to keep your muscles supple and prevent strain. For older people, too, daily stretching is a simple way to stay mobile and independent.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Many physical complaints arise from a combination of little exercise and prolonged strain in the same position. Think back pain, stiff shoulders or tired legs. A little stretching can help reduce or even prevent these complaints.<\/span><\/p>\n By stretching regularly, you can prevent your muscles from shortening and becoming stiffer. This helps your body to stay better balanced and makes movements less straining.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Although stretching for 5 minutes a day may seem simple, it is important that you do the right exercises and perform them correctly. A physiotherapist can guide and advise you on this.<\/span><\/p>\n The physiotherapist will assess your body, posture and any symptoms you may have, and draw up a personalised stretching programme. This ensures that you are exercising effectively and safely. You will also be given advice on which muscles need extra attention and how to build up your routine.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n To help you get off to a good start, here\u2019s one exercise you can do at home. A safe and accessible exercise that almost anyone can do at home is the calf stretch against a wall. It\u2019s simple, effective and suitable for all ages.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Perhaps the biggest advantage of doing 5 minutes of stretching every day is that it\u2019s so easy to get started. You don\u2019t need any special equipment and can simply do it at home, whenever it suits you.<\/span><\/p>\n If you do find that you\u2019re struggling to stretch, or if you have physical symptoms that aren\u2019t improving, then you can <\/span>contact<\/span><\/a> contact us at <\/span>info@friskfysio.nl<\/span><\/a> or call us at <\/span>085-5000333<\/span><\/a> to make an appointment.<\/span><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Many people feel they don\u2019t have enough time to look after their bodies. Yet it doesn\u2019t have to be complicated or time-consuming at all. Just 5 minutes of stretching every day can make a big difference to how your body feels. 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Who is 5 minutes of daily stretching suitable for?<\/span><\/h2>\n
How does 5 minutes of daily stretching help with symptoms?<\/span><\/h2>\n
How can the physiotherapist help with daily stretching?<\/span><\/h2>\n
DIY: The calf stretch against the wall<\/span><\/h2>\n
How to perform the exercise:<\/span><\/h3>\n
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Start stretching for 5 minutes daily today<\/span><\/h2>\n