Importance of Stretching Before Running

Stretching before you begin running is important for several reasons. As an Athletic Trainer, I have seen many injuries from high school and collegiate athletes as well as recreational athletes because they neglect to do this before their workouts. Stretching before running warms up your muscles to become more elastic. This will help to run with a longer stride so you can run with proper form and decrease your time. Warm muscles also help to prevent injuries. These are only a few reasons why stretching before running is so important. Would you like to learn more? If so, you can find it here.