Before athletes go on to the field, they prepare their muscles for the activity they are about to participate. A pitcher will go through a series of warm up techniques that usually involve stretching before pitching. A gymnast will make sure her muscles are warm and pliable to avoid a strain that may keep her out of competition. An accountant, attorney, or anybody that tends to sits at a desk or computer terminal for a prolonged period may develop muscular tension and pain. Like an athlete, taking five or ten minutes to warm up through stretching will prepare the body for the day’s work. It is also helpful to learn to stretch spontaneously, throughout the day, stretching any particular area of the body that feels tense for a minute or two.