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stretch positions that exceed the agility required for Muay
Thai techniques. Remember that too much agility
increases your risk of injury.
Start agility training with a moderate warm-up exercise
of about ten minutes. Only a warmed-up body can take on
intensive stretch positions. In the main part of the
training, concentrate on exibility and stretch all muscle
groups, speci cally targeting your weak points and those
areas you are focusing on in training. Conclude the
stretch training with a cool-down exercise at low intensity
for about ve minutes. Plan about sixty to ninety minutes
for a complete stretch training session, including the
warm-up and cool-down phases.
In your agility training you can use all the stretching
methods to reach your goals. Stretch your muscles
intensively, and hold the stretch position for ten to sixty
seconds. Avoid areas of pain in your training. You will see
success in your agility training if you stretch intensively at
least twice a week.

Important Tips: Stretch Training

Choose a program for stretch training that covers
all the important muscle groups. Focus
specifically on your weak points.
Stretch intensively: only stretches that come close