Flexibility Training is part of the series, How to Build Muscle for Skinny Guys.
Flexibility Training is an interesting part of fitness. While it is highly debated in the professional field, it is frequently overlooked in training. I have to admit, I am guilty of having neglected flexibility training from time to time. I have often skipped static stretching sessions throughout the 10 years that I have been working out.
Of course, static stretching isn’t the only type of flexibility training out there. In fact, there are some resistance training exercises that are better for flexibility than others. I have always tried to include some of these exercises in my routine. One example is that of the Straight Leg Dead Lift.
This exercise is incredible at not only strengthening the muscles of the hamstrings, and lower back, but it is also a great flexibility exercise. I made sure to include it in the gym workouts for building muscle. If you’re working out at home, and have access to dumbbells or barbells, I highly recommend the Straight Leg Dead Lift.
Full Range of Motion
Another thing that I have always done for my flexibility training is to use a full range of motion with most of my exercises. If this seems contrary to the Level 1 resistance training program, let me explain. The Home Workout of the Level 1 resistance training for How to Build Muscle for Skinny Guys utilizes a training method known as Partial Rep Training.
These partial reps may not require full range of motion at first but the program is designed to attain that goal. Although I have been able to obtain a good level of Flexibility over the years, I can’t help but think how much better it would be if I had dedicated more time to it. That’s why I have the Flexibility workouts included in the How to Build Muscle for Skinny Guys program.
Stretching the muscles will not only help to maintain range of motion as the muscles get bigger, it will also help the muscles heal faster from the intense workouts. Also be sure to check out my Stretch video to see how to do a great flexibility routine.
