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Day 29: My Half Marathon Blog - Stretching
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I have started to feel the need for some post exercise stretching exercises now that I am running a bit further than I used to. Does anyone know of any good routines? I guess the ideal stretching regimen includes exercises to loosen and relax all of the main muscle groups in the legs and should be practised after running and maybe before too. I will cede to whatever expert advice comes my way on the subject. Back in the 80's I had a program all worked out but its been such a long time that I don't remember the details.
Here are a couple of ideas I found on the web that are either a tad too extreme or downright weird
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Round Up Of The Day's Marathon News
A few articles that caught my eye.
Marathon running in Great Britain is no longer wasted on youth
Across the entire UKA entry list of club runners there are more athletes aged 50 and over than there are 25 or under.
Is Marathon Running Bad For Your Health?
For most people running a marathon will be the toughest physical challenge of their lives. But the risk of dying during or after the race is low.
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You might get some ideas from the 86 year old woman who competed at the gymnastics championships last month. If you just google 86-year old gymnast, you'll find her. Absolutely mind-boggling and so impressive!
Good grief, don't try those contortions or you'll do yourself a mischief. Gently does it.