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STRETCHING ROUTINE
Warm up and cool down
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A successful exercise program consists of a warm-up, aerobic exercise, and a cool-down. Do the entire program at least two and
preferably three times a week, resting for a day between workouts. After several months, you can increase your workouts to four or
five times per week.
Warming up is an important part of your workout, and should begin every session. It prepares your body for more strenuous exercise
by heating up and stretching out your muscles, increasing your circulation and pulse rate, and delivering more oxygen to your muscles.
At the end of your workout, repeat these exercises to reduce sore muscle problems. We suggest the warm-up and cool-down
exercises on the following pages: