Why stretch when tired?

[marmaduke]

Probably to awaken the muscles, as dogs do it too, but why does it feel so GOOD to stretch when you are tired? It is absolutely wonderful.

[Clanad]

Check here and scroll down to Stretch Reflex section... (sorry for the reference to a site but it's too long to quote here)

http://www.cmcrossroads.com/bradapp/docs/rec/stretching/stretching_2.html

[willowman]

My dear old Mum always used to say "I could stretch a mile if it wasn't for coming back" I know what she means now.