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Introduction
Bone and Muscle Problems in the Aging Body
Muscle Changes
Bone Changes
Joint Changes
How This Guide Can Help You
Chapter 1 - An Overview Of Stretching The Aging Body And Basic Anatomy
The 11 Major Muscle Groups
Forearms
Biceps
Triceps
Shoulders
Trapezius
Chest
Abdominals
Back
Quadriceps
Hamstrings
Calves
The 7 Major Joints
Spine
Shoulder
Elbow
Wrist
Hip
Knee
Ankle
Chapter 2 - Why Stretching is Beneficial to the Aging Body
Muscles and Stretching
Bones and Stretching
Joints and Stretching
Other Health Benefits to Stretching
Chapter 3 - Things to Consider Before Starting a Stretching
Program
Talk to Your Doctor
Find a Trainer
Find a Location
Get Proper Clothing
Get Some Stretching Equipment
Chapter 4 - Types Of Stretches & Timing
Ballistic Stretching
Active Stretching
Passive Stretching
Isometric Stretching
Dynamic Stretching
PNF Stretching
Timing of Stretches
Chapter 5 - Popular Stretch Training Programs & Their Effectiveness
What is Yoga?
What are the Advantages of Yoga?
What are the Disadvantages of Yoga?
What is Pilates?
What are the Advantages of Pilates?
What are the Disadvantages of Pilates?
Chapter 6 - Common Stumbling Blocks to Stretch Training & Dangers to be Aware Of Lack of Time
Movement is Painful
Lack of Energy
Not Warming Up
Improper Stretches
Falling
Chapter 7 -Overview of Stretch Workouts for Beginners
Warmup
Stretch Workout
When to Cool Down
Chapter 8 - Sample Stretch Workouts
Forearm
Biceps
Triceps
Shoulder
Trapezius
Chest
Abdominals
Back
Quadriceps
Hamstrings
Calves
Targeting Muscle Groups
Targeting Joints
Chapter 9 - Tools/Resources/Apps to Help with Staying Limber
into Older Age
Foam Roller
Lacrosse Ball
Rope
Classes
Personal Trainer/Physical Therapist
Apps
Conclusion - Tips to Add Stretching into Your Daily Life Long-term
Set a Schedule
Use Family and Friends
Join an Online Community
Post a Calendar
Reward Yourself
Bonus Chapter - Advanced Stretch Workouts
Yoga Poses
Pilates
Active Stretching
Dynamic Stretching
Using Tools

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