Don't worry if you're more flexible at some joints than others. I stretch at least twice during a workout. The first, a brief, light stretch, is performed right after my warm-up at the beginning of the exercise session. I do a longer, total body stretch, at the conclusion of the workout. Stretching keeps me limber and helps me relax.
Yoga is great for improving flexibility.
The format is so popular, many fitness clubs are adding stretch classes. If you'd prefer to do your stretching at home, there are many good videos and books on the market. You can also purchase wall charts, showing illustrations of safe and effective stretches, at sports medicine stores. Breathe deeply Stop if you feel pain Flexibility increases when body temperature is elevated. This is why a warm-up is so crucial before stretching.