Be Cautious when Stretching During Pregnancy - Overstretching can lead to a Variety of Injuries

When you are pregnant and even after pregnancy you should be cautious not to overstretch.We often think that when a muscle feels tight it must need to be stretched. This is not always true. Think of your muscle like an elastic band. If an elastic band is already overstretched, what happens when you stretch it more? Answer: It weakens the elasticity of the elastic band and can sometimes cause micro-tears. Your muscles and tendons actually become weaker and are no longer protecting your joints
When you are pregnant and even after pregnancy you should be cautious not to overstretch.We often think that when a muscle feels tight it must need to be stretched. This is not always true. Think of your muscle like an elastic band. If an elastic band is already overstretched, what happens when you stretch it more? Answer: It weakens the elasticity of the elastic band and can sometimes cause micro-tears. Your muscles and tendons actually become weaker and are no longer protecting your joints

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