How often should we be stretching? Top lengthening classes.

To bag the best benefits of stretching you must stretch at least two to three times a week. Skipping regular stretching means that you risk losing the potential gains. Whilst in a stretch the aim is not pain. The optimal level of stretch is a position that is comfortable to hold, but still challenging; you’re not shaking, your face is resting, and breathing is controlled. It’s a pose where if your fitness guru asks you to hold for a bit longer, you thrive in the space. Let’s stretch to bend not break. Here's this week's top stretch based sessions:

WEDNESDAYBarre N Beats With Sarah Aarons 07:45 @ Crystal Palace Engage muscles you usually miss when you workout. Leg Sculpting With Joshua Charles 18:30 Online from Trinidad & Tobago Never skip leg day!

THURSDAYMove With Her With Jazmin Jewel Yoga 19:00 @ South Kensington Yogic workshop exploring movement for feeling good during menstruation.

FRIDAYYoga For All With Soham Yoga 18:30 @ Harrow Hatha yoga moves and everyone is welcome.

SATURDAYSunrise Hath Yoga with Jazmin Jewel Yoga 07:00 @ Turnham Green Start Saturday supple. International Yoga Day With Soham Yoga 09:45 @ Harrow Come celebrate your body and your ability to move.

MONDAYSlow Flow with Sinem Er At The Scoop at 18:00 Complimentary yoga near City Hall as part of the summer by the river festival. Fitness Pilates With Jo Gosling 17:45 Live & Online Tone and sculpting masterclass. Be ready to pulse pulse pulse.