By Lisa Balbach Individuals at fitness level 3 always stretch all the major muscle groups and would like to stretch even more. Pain indicates that you have a problem - doing the wrong stretching exercises can make it worse. This fitness program is three pronged. It includes not only flexibility exercises, but also cardiovascular and strength exercises as well. To increase your level of flexibility, try to stretch 5 times a week for 20-60 minutes.
Cardiovascular exercise can also help improve flexibility by using and working the muscles.
Try to participate in a cardio activity 3 times a week for 30 minutes. Remember, you can work stretching into a cardiovascular workout by stretching before you begin and after you are done. Strength training can improve flexibility by improving muscular tone and endurance. Try to participate in some type of strength training activity 3 times a week for 20 minutes. Strength training can be done with or without weights.