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" Stretching is essential for a successful workout because muscles are prone to tightening\u2014especially as we get older. Stretching reduces muscle tension,increases the range of movement in your joints and improves circulation to different parts of the body, ultimately giving you more energy for a better workout. Whether you are a cyclist or a swimmer (or maybe even both), stretching should always be done before and after your workouts. Depending on what kind of exercise you will be doing, there are specific stretches that are best suited to the activity. Come to WomansDay.com every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at noon to learn the best stretches for your type of workout. This week&amp;#039;s series will feature stretches for cyclists to do before they hit the road. Monday we featured an important hip stretch, Wednesday a stretch for your calves and today, a shoulder stretch will help you warm up before heading out. Watch as this eHow expert explains the right way to stretch your shoulders. Shoulder Stretches -- powered by eHow.com "^^<http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema#string>
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