A client is considering running as an exercise. The nurse counsels that to prevent injuries, it is important before running to
a. consume a large amount of carbohydrates, such as cereal or pasta.
b. do 30 minutes of isometric leg exercises using weights.
c. engage in a series of stretching and relaxing movements.
d. perform static stretching exercises for 10 minutes.
D
Static stretching involves holding muscles in a stretched position for a few moments rather than repeatedly stretching and relaxing them. This is important to do before exercise requiring joint flexibility in order to prevent injury.
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