Read this before you STRETCH 

Warm muscles, tendons, and ligaments are more flexible and stretch more easily; stretching cold muscles can cause tears. If you have been following my blogs you’ll know that I have quoted Jillian Michaels as saying you should conclude your workouts with a stretching routine.

Light stretching can be done to start the routine; but only AFTER you have warmed up. Warm up routines that utilize several body parts are better than those that focus on just one or two body parts.
Stretching can also be done in between weight lifting sets.

• Stretches should always be gradual and gentle. Don’t rush through the stretching routine.  Stretch only to the point of resistance; if the stretch hurts, you’re pushing too hard. There should be mild tension; not pain.

We're glad more of you are lifting weights;
BUT PLEASE BE CAREFUL!!

Read the article in the NY Times