Regular stretching exercises promote flexibility, a component of fitness that permits freedom of movement, contributes to ease and economy of muscular effort, allows for successful performance of certain activities, and provides less susceptibility to some types of injuries or musculoskeletal problems. What are some advantages and disadvantages to stretching? What guidelines would you propose?

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