How often do we have to cut training short because of a twinge in a tendon, pain or cramping in muscles or joints? Sometimes listening to our bodies can be frustrating, like we should push through, but overuse injuries, tears and strains can occur if we keep using a muscle that's "stuck" in contraction. Muscles shorten over time. Remember when you could touch the floor with flat palms, straight legs? You could, either recently or as a child... if we don't keep stretching, reg