Originally Posted by
alcanoe
I'm 69 and never stretch. There is no scientific basis for static stretching. There was a good article on the subject in the NY Times a few weeks ago that drove home that point. Possibly a google search will recover it.
I would suggest the best way to maintain flexibility and more importantly balance and reflexes/quick reaction time is weight training. Suggest you read Younger Next Year for an easy to read overview of the science and benefits.
If you are not riding a compact frame, you might consider getting one. That lower top tube is really nice.
Al
Have to disagree. It has made a tremendous difference in a couple of ways in my life. Specifically the relief of some severe piriformis pain I was having, and in a great increase in flexibility.