Elastin's primary function is to allow tissues to stretch and return to their original size. Your arteries, for instance, transport blood to and from your heart and to the rest of your body.
If you stand or sit for long periods of time, it takes a toll on your upper and lower back. Here are two simple stretches you can do that can help release tightness and tension, and may even help ...
stretching helps warm up your muscles and reduces the risk of injuries, including sprains. Dynamic stretching before a workout, such as leg swings or arm circles, helps enhance blood circulation ...
Slightly tuck your chin to lengthen the back of your neck. Begin standing in mountain pose. Ensure the foot of the standing leg remains facing ... feeling a stretch in the right hip flexor.