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the stretch position just as carefully.

Correct Stretch Position
Your performance level determines your stretching
position. Don’t attempt to do the same stretching
position as your training partner or as shown in this
book, but be guided by your own perception; each
individual has a di erent physical con guration.
You will also nd that your muscle tension varies
from day to day. Never try to achieve a stretching
position by force. Once you feel pain, you have to
pull back from the stretching position promptly, as
otherwise the muscle will continue to harden and
not relax. Your exibility will improve only if you
get used to relaxed muscles moving slowly to the
next stretch position, and if stretching is carried out
regularly.

Consistent Breathing
Once you have found the correct stretching position,
concentrate on the muscle to be stretched. Breathe
slowly and regularly in the relaxation process, and
notice the relaxation in the muscle. Extension of the
stretching position is done while exhaling.