Chapter 15Fitness & Exercise

How can I become more flexible?

Static stretching 3–5x per week, 30–60 seconds per stretch. Yoga combines mobility, strength, and breathing. Progress is slow — expect months, not weeks. Warm up first; never bounce.

Follow-up questions

Can everyone touch their toes?

Most, with practice — usually a hamstring, lower back, and hip issue. 8–12 weeks of consistent stretching gets most people there.

Is stretching in the morning bad?

Warm up first (5-minute walk). Cold stretching risks strain.

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