| How to Have a First Kiss Posted: 13 Feb 2017 04:00 PM PST If you haven't yet experienced your first kiss, it can be a daunting challenge. This wikiHow will show you how to have your first kiss. It assumes the reader is heterosexual, but apply the tips as you like! EditKey Points - Make yourself kissable. Have fresh breath and use chapstick. If you're a girl, skip the lip gloss.
- Lean in and make eye contact. Look at their lips and move your face close to theirs.
- Look for signals and respect them. If they move away or appear uncomfortable, they don't want to kiss.
- Give a verbal hint for physical hint. Ask for a kiss or break the touch barrier.
- Keep it tame. Keep your lips slightly parted. Don't pucker them or bring out your tongue.
- Make yourself kissable. Not only will these tips help you feel more confident when you go in for a liplock, they'll also send subtle hints that you're ready to be kissed.
- Wear lipstick or chapstick. Skip the sticky lip gloss.
- Keep your breath fresh. Pop a mint beforehand instead of chewing minty gum, which you'll have to find a way to spit out.
- Smell amazing. Before you meet up with your guy, shower off and use scented moisturizer or a few spritzes of perfume.
- Lean in and make eye contact. Lean your head on your guy's shoulder as if you are about to fall asleep. Look up at him - if his arm goes around to let you in, go for the kiss. If not, or if he doesn't seem to be taking things the same way you are, he might not be ready yet. Just relax for now.
- Hint that you want a kiss. There are a few things to do to plant the idea of kissing you like he thought of it. Try these:
- Look at his lips. Drop your gaze and your eyelids to half mast, then slowly, look back up at him and give him a little welcoming smile.
- Reach up to twine your arms around his neck, or lightly play with the hair at his neckline. This will let him know you are ready to get up close and personal.
- Slowly lean your face closer to his. Moving in communicates that you're ready for more contact.
- Consider taking the lead. Some guys are very shy, and even those who aren't have been drilled over and over about unwelcome touching. Consider lightly kissing him on the cheek to show him that you're okay with touch, a lot of boys worry about going too far.
- Invite him to kiss you. Yep, some guys really do need an engraved invitation. Let's say you've tried to show him you're ready, and he looks interested, but you just can't get him to kiss you. Say something like, "Couldn't we just be kissing right now?" If he doesn't kiss you then, he isn't going to.
- Keep it gentle at first. Don't bring out the tongue, teeth or strong embraces on the first few kisses. Instead, keep your lips soft and slightly parted, and avoid puckering.
- Get confident. You've got this! So act like it. Don't slouch, shy away from her, mumble, or refuse to meet her gaze. Instead, show her that you're comfortable with yourself and she can be comfortable with you, too. Make eye contact, speak clearly, and generally act like you're confident.
- Clean up and look kissable. If you look as appealing as possible, you won't have to work quite so hard to convince her you're worth a kiss.
- Shave. Or don't. Most girls prefer a guy with a smooth face, but some like their guy's face rough. Get to know what your girl likes.
- Keep some mints handy. Pop one whenever you feel your breath getting stale.
- Try to be as generally clean as possible. Take a shower, put on some clean clothes, and wear deodorant and if you want, a bit of cologne.
- Respect her privacy. Many girls and women will not want to make out in front of others, especially if this is her first kiss. Find the right time when you can be alone. Privacy is key.
- Watch for signals. Watch carefully, because sometimes the signals can be confusing - she may flirt with you, then smack you on the head. These may just be coy games, or she may really be conflicted.
- Ask yourself these questions: Did you and your date seem to have a cozy, warm, close time together? Has she been flirting with you through body language? Has she licked her lips, or bit her lower lip while looking at you? Has she found excuses to touch you often? If you feel confident of these things, prepare to kiss!
- Make eye contact. If she is comfortable and doesn't look away, then she is ready. Lock eyes when you're talking to her, when she's talking, and during moments of silence.
- Break the touch barrier. Starting with small physical contact tells her what's coming and gives her the chance to back out if she's uncomfortable. Try these if you're not sure what to do:
- Put your arm around her shoulders
- Hold her hand
- Sweep her hair away from her face.
- Draw her in slowly. Reach around her waist with one or both arms, and gently draw her toward you. If she's interested, she'll get the hint and move in; if you feel her resist, though, back off.
- Do not squish her up against you and then grind your pelvis against her.
- Do not use a first kiss as your personal excuse to grope, grab, or get too familiar. Be a gentleman.
- Go in for the kiss. Once she's close and you're pretty sure she wants to be kissed, it's time to seal the deal!
- Look into her eyes. Notice how we mention eye contact twice? Very important. Let her know that you are really seeing her.
- Look at her lips. Aim, dude. Make sure you know where you're going.
- Lean in slowly, and gently brush your lips over hers. Don't worry about fancy technique or going quickly on the first few kisses — you can deal with that later.
- Walk that fine line and make it a really excellent kiss, one that is romantic, tender and memorable. Your mouth should not be overly opened or closed, and it shouldn't be mushy or too tight (relax). Don't let it go too long (more than, say, 20 seconds) or let it be too short (3 seconds is not enough) - think around 10 seconds or so. A tiny hint of tongue is nice if she seems willing, but make it flirtatious and not insistent. Check out How to Kiss for more technique tips.
- End it gently. Just remain silent and hug her, ending the first kiss in a lovely, intimate moment.
EditTest Your Knowledge - Keep in mind that many people are shy about kissing -- but this doesn't mean they don't want to kiss you. Pay attention to body language. If you think your someone might be suffering from this ailment, try kissing them! Just be mindful of their reaction. If they pull away, or are surprised or otherwise not interested in the kiss, be mature about it and don't take it personally. You can try again later unless you are rebuffed flat out.
- Do not worry about details - how much to tilt your head, when to close your eyes, how long to stay, etc. Everyone has intuition and kissing is a very intuitive activity. It will all turn out fine.
- A good way to have a first kiss is going to a movie. Simple, but effective. Hopefully your crush will hold your hand and then, gradually get closer until you're as close as you can be without kissing. S/he should get the message soon, and if s/he doesn't, perhaps s/he's just not ready.
- If you don't mind having an impersonal first kiss, join in on a game of Truth or Dare. The most popular dare is to kiss someone. Be warned though: you may end up kissing someone you don't much fancy (unless you get a friend to dare your crush to kiss you). The same is true for Spin the Bottle. (Keep in mind you have no control in the latter.)
- Just relax. It will make your kiss even better.
- People say this will be a moment you remember for the rest of your life, and not to blow it - just forget that. For most part, the first kiss is awkward, and nerve-wracking, and you probably will do something stupid like step on her/his toes. It's really not a big deal if small things go awry. Have fun - the other person is in the same position and s/he is just as busy worrying about what s/he is doing wrong. You'll realize when the moment is right: a semi-autopilot takes over because it's so natural.
- If you know for a fact he wants to kiss you — for instance, he's told your friends — but he's just nervous, don't be afraid to ask him! It does work.
- Watch out for mono (mononucleosis) and oral herpes. Don't kiss anyone if they have a cold sore or something else around their mouth area; it could be a sign of herpes.
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| How to Tell if You Have Strep Throat Posted: 13 Feb 2017 08:00 AM PST Strep throat is a contagious bacterial infection that develops in the throat. It is estimated that about 30 million cases are diagnosed annually. While children and individuals with compromised immune symptoms are more likely to get strep than healthy adults, it can strike at any age. The only way to find out for certain that you have strep throat is to go to the doctor and have professional medical tests done. However there are associated symptoms you can identify even before scheduling an appointment that may suggest that you have strep. EditAssessing Throat and Mouth Symptoms - Determine how severe your throat pain is.[1] Severe throat pain is usually the first sign of strep throat. You may still have strep throat even if you are only experiencing moderate throat pain, but a mild sore throat that is easily remedied or soothed is not likely to be caused by strep.
- The soreness should not be dependent on anything such as talking or swallowing.
- Soreness that can be dulled with pain medication or partially soothed with cold liquid and food might still be related to strep throat, but it is usually quite difficult to rid yourself of the soreness completely without prescription medication.
- Try swallowing. If your throat is only moderately sore but becomes very painful when you swallow, you may have strep. Pain during swallowing that makes it difficult to swallow is especially common in people suffering with strep throat.
- Smell your breath. While bad breath does not occur in all patients, the infection caused by streptococcus bacteria can often cause notably bad breath. This occurs as a result of the reproduction of the bacteria.
- While potent, the exact smell can be difficult to describe. Some state that it smells like metal or hospitals, while others compare it to rotten meat. Regardless of the exact odor, "strep breath" will smell stronger and worse than normal bad breath.
- Due to the somewhat subjective nature of "bad breath," this is not really a way to diagnose strep throat, but rather a commonly seen association.[2]
- Feel the glands in your neck. Lymph nodes trap and destroy germs. The lymph nodes in your neck will usually be swollen and tender to the touch if you have strep throat.
- While lymph nodes are located in various parts of your body, the first nodes to swell are usually those that are nearest to the source of infection. In the case of strep throat, the lymph nodes in and around your throat will be the ones to swell.[3]
- Use your fingertips to gently feel the area directly in front of your ear. Move your fingertips in a circular motion behind your ear.[4]
- Also check the area of your throat just below the chin. The most common site of lymph node swelling with strep throat is under your jaw, about midway between your chin and your ear. Move your fingertips back and up toward the ear, then down the side of the neck below the ear.
- Finish by checking the collarbone and repeating on both sides.
- If you can feel notable swelling or bulging in any of these areas, your lymph nodes might be swollen due to strep.[5]
- Check your tongue. People with strep throat often have a prickly coating of tiny red dots along their tongue, especially toward the back of the mouth.[6] Most people compare this prickly coating to the outside of a strawberry.
- These red dots can either be bright red or dark red. They generally appear to be inflamed.
- Check the back of your throat. Many who suffer with strep throat develop petechiae, red spots on the soft or hard palate (on the roof of the mouth, near the back.)
- Check your tonsils, if you still have them. Strep throat will usually cause your tonsils to become inflamed. They will appear a brighter or deeper red than usual and will be notably enlarged. You may also notice that the tonsils are coated in patches of white. These patches of white can be located directly on the tonsils or simply in the back of the throat. They can also appear yellow instead of white.[7]
- Instead of white patches, you may notice long streaks of white pus coating your tonsils.[8] This is also a symptom of strep throat.
EditAssessing Other Common Symptoms - Note if you have been around someone with strep throat. The infection is contagious and is spread through direct contact with the bacteria that causes it. It is unlikely that you will develop strep throat without having had direct contact with someone who is infected.
- It can be very difficult to know if someone else has strep. Unless you have been isolated completely, you probably could have come in contact with someone who has the infection.
- It is also possible for individuals to carry and pass on strep without having symptoms themselves.
- Consider how quickly the illness came on. A sore throat associated with streptococcus usually develops without warning and worsens very quickly. If your throat became increasingly sore over the course of several days, another cause is most likely to blame.
- However, this alone does not rule out strep throat.
- Check your temperature. Strep throat is usually accompanied by a fever of 101 degrees Fahrenheit (38.3 degrees Celsius) or higher. A lower fever could still be caused by strep, but it is more likely to be a symptom of a viral infection.
- Pay attention to any headaches. Headaches are another common symptom of strep throat. They can range in severity from mild to excruciating.
- Monitor any digestive symptoms. If you lose your appetite or feel nauseous, you can count that as another possible symptom of strep throat. At its worst, strep throat can even lead to vomiting and stomach pain.
- Take fatigue into account. As with any infection, strep throat can lead to increased fatigue. You may find it harder to wake up in the morning than usual and harder to make it through the day.
- Look for a rash. Severe strep throat infections can cause a condition known as scarlatina, more commonly referred to as scarlet fever.[9] This red rash will look and feel very similar to sandpaper.
- Scarlet fever usually surfaces 12 to 48 hours after your first strep throat symptoms emerge.
- The rash usually begins around the neck before developing and spreading over the chest. It can also spread to the abdomen and groin areas. In rare cases, it may appear on the back, arms, legs, or face.
- When treated with antibiotics, scarlet fever generally clears up quickly. If you notice a rash of this nature, you should visit the doctor as soon as possible, regardless of whether or not other strep throat symptoms are present.
- Note any absent symptoms. While colds and strep throat share many symptoms, there are several cold-like symptoms that people with strep throat tend not to display. The absence of these symptoms can be another sign that you have strep throat, rather than a cold.
- Strep throat does not usually cause nasal symptoms. This means that you will not experience a cough, runny nose, stuffy nose, or red, itchy eyes.[10]
- Additionally, while strep throat can cause stomach pain, it does not usually cause diarrhea.
EditAssessing Your Recent History and Risk Factors - Examine your medical history. Some people seem to be more prone to developing strep infections than others. If you have a history of strep infections, it is more likely that a new infection could also be strep.
- Assess whether your age makes it likely that you have contracted strep throat. While 20%-30% of sore throats in children are due to strep throat, only 5%-15% of sore throat visits to the doctor by adults are due to strep throat.[11]
- Elderly patients, as well as individuals with concurrent illness (such as the flu), are more susceptible to opportunistic infections.
- Figure out if your living situation increases your risk of strep throat. There is often a higher likelihood of strep throat when other family members have had strep throat in the past two weeks.[12] Shared indoor living or play spaces such as schools, daycares, dormitories, and military barracks, are examples of environments that pose a potential for colonization of bacteria.
- While children are at higher risk for strep throat, babies under age 2 are much less likely to be infected with strep throat. However, they may not have the usual symptoms as older children and adults. They may have a fever, runny nose, or cough as well as a decreased appetite. Ask your doctor about your baby's risk of getting strep throat if you or another close contact has strep and they have a fever or other symptoms.
- Assess whether you have any health risk factors that might make more susceptible to strep throat. Immunocompromised individuals, those with the decreased ability to fight off infection, may be more at risk. Other infections or illnesses can also increase the chances that you have strep.
- Your immune system may be compromised simply due to fatigue. States of extreme exertion or exercise (such as running a marathon) can also tax your body. As your body focuses on recovery, it's ability to fight infection may be impeded. Simply put, an exhausted body is focused on recovery and may not be able to defend itself as efficiently.
- Smoking can cause damage to your protective mucosa in the mouth and allow for easier colonization of bacteria.
- Oral Sex can expose your oral cavity to be more directly exposed to bacteria.
- Diabetes decreases the ability of your body to fight infection.
EditVisiting the Doctor - Know when to see a doctor. While you don't need to see the doctor every time a sore throat pops up, some potential strep throat symptoms should cause you to make an appointment right away. If your sore throat is accompanied by swollen lymph nodes, a rash, difficulty swallowing or breathing, a high fever, or a fever lasting more than 48 hours, call the doctor for an appointment.[13]
- You should also talk to your doctor if your sore throat lasts longer than 48 hours.
- Let the doctor know about your concerns. Bring the doctor a thorough list of your symptoms and let them know that you suspect strep might be to blame. Your doctor will usually check for some of the most telling signs of the disease.
- Expect your doctor to take your temperature.
- Also expect your doctor to look inside your throat with a light. He or she will most likely want to check for swollen tonsils, a red bumpy tongue rash, or white or yellow spots in the back of the throat.
- Expect your doctor to go through a clinical diagnosis protocol. This protocol is basically an organized way for your doctor to assess your symptoms. For adults, your doctor may use what is known as a Modified Center Clinical Prediction Rule in order to empirically indicate how likely it is that you have a group A Streptococcal infection. This is simply a list of criteria that the doctor checks for to determine whether (and how) you should be treated for strep throat.[14]
- The doctor will tally points, positive or negative, for signs and symptoms: +1 point for milky, white spots on the tonsils (tonsillar exudates), +1 point for tender lymph nodes (tender anterior chain cervical adenopathy), +1 point for a history of recent fever, +1 point for less than 15 years of age, +0 point for an age between 15-45 years old, -1 point for being greater than 45 years old, and -1 point for a cough.
- If you score 3-4 points, then there is a positive predictive value (PPV) of roughly 80% that you have a group A streptococcal infection. Basically you are considered positive for strep. This infection should be treated with antibiotics and your doctor will prescribe the proper regimen.[15]
- Ask the doctor for a rapid strep test.[16] The Center criteria has not proven effective in predicting antibiotic treatment-worthy infection in children. A rapid strep antigen test may be performed in the office and only takes a few minutes to complete.[17]
- The doctor will use a cotton swab (similar to a Q-tip) to sample the fluids in the back of your throat for bacteria. These fluids will then be tested in the office, and within 5 to 10 minutes, you should know the results.
- Ask the doctor for a throat culture. If the results of your rapid strep test are negative but you still exhibit other strep throat symptoms, the doctor may want to administer a longer test known as a throat culture. A throat culture will attempt to colonize bacteria outside of your throat in a lab. As the bacteria colony collected from your throat grows, it will become easier to detect larger amounts of group A streptococcus bacteria. Your doctor will likely use any combination of the Center criteria, rapid strep test, and throat culture, depending on his or her clinical judgment.[18]
- While rapid strep tests alone are usually enough to determine whether or not a strep infection is present, false-negatives have been known to occur. Throat cultures, by comparison, are more accurate.
- A throat culture is not needed if the rapid strep test comes back positive, as the rapid strep test directly tests for antigens to the bacteria and will only test positive if a threshold level of bacteria are present. This would indicate immediate treatment with antibiotics.[19]
- The doctor will use a cotton swab to collect a sample of fluids from the back of your throat. The doctor will send the swab to a lab and the lab will transfer that sample to an agar plate. The plate will incubate for 18-48 hours depending on the methodology of the specific lab. If you have strep throat, then Beta Streptococcus Group A bacteria will grow in the dish.[20]
- Find out about other testing options. Some doctors prefer a nucleic acid amplification test (NAAT) instead of a throat culture for negative rapid tests. This test is accurate and shows a result in a matter of hours, instead of requiring 1-2 days of incubation.[21]
- Take your antibiotics if prescribed by your doctor. Strep throat is a bacterial infection and, as such, is treated effectively with antibiotics.[22] If you have any known allergies to antibiotics (such as penicillin), it is important to let your doctor know so he or she can provide you with appropriate alternatives.
 - A typical course of antibiotics is usually up to 10 days (depending on specific antibiotics decided by your doctor). Be sure to take your antibiotics for the fully prescribed time, even if you feel better before you finish the full course.
- Penicillin, Amoxicillin, cephalosporins, and Azithromycin are all common antibiotics that can be used to treat an infection. Penicillin is used often and effectively in the treatment of Strep throat. However, some individuals may have allergic reactions to this medication. You should let your doctor know if you are aware of this possible side effect. Amoxicillin is another drug of choice for strep throat with good results. It is similar to penicillin in effectiveness and can withstand the gastric acid in your stomach better before being absorbed into your system. Additionally, it has a broader activity spectrum than penicillin.
- Azithromycin, Erythromycin, or cephalosporins are used as an alternative to Penicillin when a person is known to have allergies to penicillin. Note that erythromycin has higher rates of gastrointestinal side effects in people.[23]
- Stay comfortable and rest while the antibiotics take effect. The typical recovery should take about as long as you take antibiotics (up to 10 days). While you are healing, give your body the opportunity to recover.
- Extra sleep, herbal teas, and plenty of fluids can help alleviate throat pain while you recover.
- In addition, it is sometimes helpful to consume cold beverages, ice cream, and popsicles to ease throat pain.[24]
- Follow up with your doctor if you need to. You should feel better in 2-3 days; if you do not, or if you still have a fever, call your doctor. Additionally, if you show any signs of an allergic reaction to the antibiotics, call your doctor immediately. Signs of a reaction include a rash, hives, or swelling after taking an antibiotic.
- Stay home for at least 24 hours after beginning a treatment for strep.
- Do not share cups, utensils, or bodily fluid with individuals who have strep. Keep personal items personal if you are infected.
- See your doctor right away if you are unable to swallow liquids, show signs of dehydration, are unable to swallow your saliva, or have severe neck pain or stiffness of the neck.
- Be aware that mononucleosis can bear the same symptoms of strep or occur alongside strep. If you test negative for strep but your symptoms continue and you have extreme fatigue, ask your doctor about a test for mono.
- Strep throat must be treated with an antibiotic. Otherwise, it could develop into rheumatic fever, which is a very serious disease that affects the heart and joints of the body. This condition can develop within 9 to 10 days of your initial strep throat symptoms, so quick action is advised.
- If you are treated for a strep infection, call the doctor if you begin to notice cola-colored urine or a decrease in the amount of urine you produce. This could mean that you have kidney inflammation, which is a possible complication of strep throat.[25]
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| How to Get a More Flexible Back Posted: 13 Feb 2017 12:00 AM PST Flexibility in your back is important for many sports, including gymnastics, figure skating and dance. Increasing your flexibility can only be accomplished over time and can be a very difficult or very easy task depending on your body type. All of these stretches have many names and are found in many disciplines, and they will all help increase your flexibility. EditPike stretch - Sit on the floor with legs straight in front of you. Lean forward and try to touch your toes. This stretches both the hamstrings, leg muscles, and the lower back. To make this more difficult, keep your back completely straight as you lean over.
- Do a standing pike stretch. While standing erect, bend forward at the waist and reach towards the ground. Bend forward far enough to feel a comfortable stretch in the back and legs.
EditCamel pose - While standing or kneeling with your feet (or knees) shoulder width apart push your hips forward and lean back until you feel a stretch. This can be done with or without supporting yourself with your hands.
- Do not force this pose, it will come naturally.
- For a deeper, even more helpful pose, try to bring your head to the floor. This is the camel in diamond position.
EditBack bend (bridge) - Once you can comfortably perform the back extension, lie down on your back with your knees and arms spread shoulder width apart and push up to a back bend.
EditAnimal-pose stretches - Kneel with your arms on the floor in front of you shoulder width apart. Push your spine to the ceiling and hold, then push your spine down and lift your head.
- Do an advanced cat stretch. Start as with the cat stretch, but slowly slide your arms forward on the mat while arching your back until you get your shoulders to touch the ground.
- Do a cobra stretch. Lie on your stomach with your elbows bent and hands by your sides. Slowly straighten your arms and tilt your head back.
- Do a swan stretch. Get into the position of the seal stretch, then slowly bring your feet up to try to touch your head. If you cannot touch your head with your toes, get them as close as you can to your head. This is a very effective stretch to improve back flexibility.
EditBasket stretch - While on your stomach, bend your knees and reach behind you to grab your ankles. Lift up with your arms and feet.
EditSplits stretches (beginner and intermediate) - Go into a lunge position. Push your pelvis down. If you feel pressure or pain, try not to push too hard.
- Stay in the lunge position. Sit back onto your bended knee and stretch out your front leg. Try to put your forehead to your knee. You should feel a stretch in your hamstring.
- Try to go down into the splits. Go down and far as you can but push a little further. Hold this position for 30 seconds.
- If you think you cannot do it, you are wrong! Just repeat steps 1, 2, and 3, three times a day (in the morning when you wake up, at noon, and before you go to bed). You shall soon achieve your splits, with practice.
EditSplit stretch - Start with your right foot. Place it in straight in front of you, as if you were doing the splits. With the left leg, bend it and place it behind as if you were doing a cheat version of the splits.
- Touch your right foot with both hands. Now, try to touch your knee with your forehead. Hold for 15 seconds minimum.
- Face the left. Bring your left arm over your body and try to touch your right foot. Hold again.
- Turn as far as you can to the right. Hold again.
- Arch your back, and try to look behind. Hold again.
- Switch. For each position, hold the position.
- Practice going down. However, make sure that your ankle is always in front and do not let your knee bend and go over it.
- Do not bounce.
- Stretch in the morning and evening.
- Self motivation is key! If you start to lose hope, just remind yourself of how awesome it'll be once you can do a front walkover.
- Don't force your back to bend too far; it could cause major damage. Start off with small back stretches and work your way up. Stay safe!
- Be consistent. Set aside time each day to stretch. Especially as we get older our backs tighten up if they are not stretched frequently.
- It's important to remember to begin stretching slowly to ensure your muscles don't become too sore.
- Make a goal for how flexible you want to become. When you achieve your goal, celebrate and set a new one.
- Not everyone has a very flexible back, practice frequently for 15 or 30 minute sessions.
- Decide what stretches are best for you and how often you will do them. If you always do the same stretches every day it will get boring, change it up a bit and you will be more likely to continue.
- Practice against wall for you to get used to the feeling.
- Don't push it. Your back isn't going to become flexible overnight.
- Do exercises to strengthen and stretch your stomach muscles. Your back and stomach work together, so what you do for one will affect the other.
- If you don't become flexible right away that's okay but that just means you have to keep practicing. Don't worry if you keep practicing you'll get it soon enough.
- If at any point you feel a pinching in your back, stop immediately! Continue stretching only if the pinch does not return. Discontinue or lighten up on any exercise that results in this sort of pain.
- After doing a back stretch, make sure to stretch the other way, say you're doing a backbend, once you come out of that pose move into a child's pose
- No pain no gain is a myth! If stretching is causing lower back pain, stop immediately! Being sore and stretching is one thing, but actual pain will not benefit your flexibility.
- Always check with your physician before starting any exercise or stretching regimen.
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