stolen_bones Posted December 2, 2005 Share Posted December 2, 2005 I usually run about 4-5 times a week for about 5-7kms. Maybe 3-4 Miles, I think. When doing martial arts training 3 times a week, we usually jog for about half an hour, doing some stretching exersises, then going into kicking, punching, sparring, etc. Anyway, I was wondering if it is better to preform stretching exercises before or aftering finishing a half hour jog.Jog - Stretch - Trainor maybe Stretch - Jog - Stretch -Train - Stretchor Stretch - Run - Trainanybody have any ideas? Evade, Block, CounterIf it works, use it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
orion82698 Posted December 2, 2005 Share Posted December 2, 2005 Stretch-Run-Stretch-train I don't have to be the best, just better than you!Working towards 11% BF and a Six pack Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben Martin Posted December 2, 2005 Share Posted December 2, 2005 yah i agree with you^ when i go on my hour long runs i usually have a light stretch and losen up before i start then about 20 mins in to the run i stop and stretch and then do the other 40 mins then stretch when i get home. Strive to Become The Type Of Person That Others Do Not Normally Encounter In This WorldI would love it if everyone i spoke to or met throughout my life would benefit from being with or speaking to me. - Life goalI See The Sunshine But Their's A Storm Holding Me Back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markusan Posted December 3, 2005 Share Posted December 3, 2005 Running or any other repetitive exercise like cycling and swimming, shortens your muscles so it's important to do a thorough stretch after running. Same as training, you should always stretch AFTER training as well as before and during.If you are jogging then adding sprint work or interval training into your running program, stretch between jogging and sprinting and after your session. The golden rule is always finish with a good stretch...it can't hurt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stolen_bones Posted December 4, 2005 Author Share Posted December 4, 2005 thanx for the tips Evade, Block, CounterIf it works, use it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aodhan Posted December 6, 2005 Share Posted December 6, 2005 Just make sure that before the run, you are doing some very light, active type stretching. Don't do static stretching when you are cold, you run a pretty high risk of tearing/injuring things.I'd do active stretches (Arm swings, knee lifts, leg kicks, etc) before you run, then after you run do the static stretching on all the major muscle groups.Oh, and 5k is 3.1 miles, a 10k is 6.2 miles, so 7k would be approx. 4 1/4 miles.Aodhan There are some people who live in a dream world, and there are some who face reality; and then there are those who turn one into the other.-Douglas Everett, American hockey player Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cleung Posted December 8, 2005 Share Posted December 8, 2005 Stretch at both times, before and after. Of course, do a warm up before you do your intial stretching. ClintFree Spirit Martial Arts Activewearhttp://www.FreeSpiritActivewear.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red J Posted December 30, 2005 Share Posted December 30, 2005 Stretch at both times, before and after. Of course, do a warm up before you do your intial stretching.Good tip...Warm up, stretch, run, stretch. I had to lose my mind to come to my senses. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Triddle Posted December 30, 2005 Share Posted December 30, 2005 i agree with Aodhan, also... YOUR FROM TASMANIA!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ninjanurse Posted December 31, 2005 Share Posted December 31, 2005 According to a leading authority on running, stretching before a run actually increases the chances of injury (this is supported by research) as pushing a cold muscle, tendon, or joint puts it at risk. You should also not stretch right after running as the muscles are all "revved" up and ready to go for about 30 minutes after and stretching can cause them to spasm-a "stretch reflex"-which can tear musle fibers. The best time to stretch is after a good warmup-any light activity can accomplish this.Galloways Book on Running, 2nd Edition "A Black Belt is only the beginning."Heidi-A student of the artsTae Kwon Do,Shotokan,Ju Jitsu,Modern Arnishttp://the100info.tumblr.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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