A masterclass on the one thing you probably don’t focus on… but should.

The man that many believed deserved to be Olympia champion, Kevin Levrone is an individual that continues to inspire and educate despite being retired from competition. Levrone still trains hard and is a humble and positive figure in bodybuilding. Recently the retired pro has been hitting the gym hard and giving his followers inspiration through his Instagram videos, photos and quotes.

Check out the his latest posting as the former bodybuilder educates the masses on the many benefits of stretching… and before you complain – it might not be the most exciting element of bodybuilding but it’s actually perhaps one of the most important and underrated aspects of bodybuilding. Don’t scoff – it can actually make a big difference for you.

Benefits of Stretching after a Period of Inactivity. Whether you’ve been unable to workout for a few months, too busy at work to make it to the gym or simply taking a break from working out, there are some benefits of stretching that can get your body ready to exercise in the future. If you’ve done any exercising in the past, then you know that stretching is very important. Stretching allows your body to get prepared for exercise. It also prepares your muscles to get a work out. But, there are some really good benefits of stretching for people who have been inactive for a long time, too. Here are some of the ways that stretching can help you if you haven’t worked out in awhile: Stretching Provides Your Muscles With Elasticity When your muscles haven’t done any activity in a long time, they tighten up and are not used to any movements outside of the normal movements that you make. Chances are, if you’re not doing activity, you really haven’t pushed your muscles at all since your last trip to the gym. However, stretching is one way to make your muscles feel good again. By stretching your muscles, you loosen them up and give yourself improved flexibility. As a result, you’ll likely be able to make additional movements with your body and your regular movements will feel better as well. Loosening up your muscles gradually is also a great way to ease your way back into an exercise routine. Stretching Releases Toxins From Your Muscles If you fail to stretch or work out for a long time, there’s a good chance that toxins will build up in your muscles. The only way to really get them out is to stretch them out. By stretching, you can help to release these toxins. And by drinking plenty of water, you can flush them all the way out of your system. Stretching Improves Blood Flow to Your Muscles Because you’re not working any of your muscles during times of inactivity, there is no need for a whole lot of blood to flow through them. But, stretching your muscles out gives you the opportunity to get the blood flowing through your muscles again. Stretching Improves Posture, Range of Motion and Circulation ?

A photo posted by Kevin Levrone (@kevinlevrone) on Apr 4, 2016 at 2:26pm PDT

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