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Should i stretch before or after a run?
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Both: Very important you stretch before and after exercise/ run. Hope this helps.
Answered 4/6/2015
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Both: Stretching before and after a run can be helpful. Stretching before a run can help to loosen up an improve range of motion of the joints, making injury less likely. Stretching after exercise is an opportunity to gain improvement in overall flexibility and range of motion.
Answered 4/6/2015
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