4 Stretches to help improve your Flexibility…
Dec 30, 2024
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Explore the perfect full-body stretching routine to improve flexibility, decrease muscle fatigue, enhance blood circulation, and elevate your overall well-being.
Great for all fitness levels!!
For those who aren't familiar with me,
I'm Tina, a Certified Personal Trainer and Certified Nutrition Coach. It's a pleasure to meet you!
Throughout my studies and personal experience in fitness, I've discovered the crucial role flexibility and mobility play in the human body.
While there are numerous stretches I could introduce, I've selected my top 4 favorites to share with you below.
#1- Upper Trapezius Stretch
How to do it-
You can sit or stand, I like to stand when I do this one.
Gently tilt your head to one side, bringing your ear towards your shoulder and gently hold for 15-30 seconds and then switch sides.
This stretch is great for relieving tension in the neck and shoulders.
How many people stare down at a computer or even your phone and don’t realize the extra stress that you're putting on your neck and shoulders?
#2 - Standing Side Bend
How to do it-
Stand with feet shoulder width apart.
Raise one arm overhead and lean to the opposite side.
Hold for 15-30 seconds, then switch sides.
This stretch is great for stretching out the obliques and it helps to improve lateral flexibility.
"As you age, flexibility & mobility can help you avoid injuries and falls by allowing your joints to move through there full body of motion”
#3 - Standing Calf Stretch
How to do it-
Stand facing a wall, place your hands on it, extend on leg behind you.
Keep your heel on the ground and lean forward.
Hold the stretch for 15-30 seconds, then switch legs.
This stretch is great for stretching the calf muscles and great for improving ankle stability which is big one as you age.
#4 - Child’s Pose
How to do it-
Kneel on the floor, sit back on your heels and extend your arms forward, lowering your torso.
Hold for 15-30 seconds and repeat a few times.
This stretch is great for easing tension in the lower back and can help with overall spinal flexibility.
No matter how you choose to add these to your daily routine, be it before exercising or in the evening, your body will thank you!!
If you're interested in learning more, feel free to contact me, and I'd be delighted to assist.
Thank you for Reading!!
Tina
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