STATIC STRETCHING What is Static Stretching? Static stretches involve holding a position for a set period to lengthen muscles and improve flexibility.
When After the cool-down portion of your workout, when muscles are still warm.
How Perform 8–10 static stretches, holding each for 10–30 seconds. Repeat the stretch 2–4 times for a total of 60 seconds.
Tips for Success Stretch to the point of mild tension, not pain Focus on breathing as you relax into the stretch Hold each stretch without bouncing Stretch both sides of your body evenly
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Stretching Examples Lower Body Hamstring stretch Quadriceps stretch Wall calf stretch Figure-four stretch Butterfly stretch Kneeling hip flexor stretch
Upper Body Cross-body shoulder stretch Overhead triceps stretch Wall chest stretch Upper back stretch Standing side stretch
Full Body and Core Cobra stretch Child’s pose Downward dog Seated torso twist Standing straddle stretch Lying torso twist
Not sure where to start? Follow this 5-minute guided video.
STATIC STRETCHING GUIDED VIDEO
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