Post-workout Stretching – Legs and Abs
Calf Stretch
Rest against a wall with your hands and place your left foot behind you, but still shoulder width apart from the right foot.Lean forward until you feel a stretch in your left calf muscle. Repeat on the other leg.
Note:
Remember when stretching to keep a good posture. Never bounce, never put extra pressure on the stretch and hold each stretch for about 15 seconds.
Thigh Stretch
Lay on the floor on your right side. Grab hold of your left leg and pull backwards until you feel a stretch in your thigh. Turn over and repeat.
Groin Stretch
Sit on the floor and place the flats of your feet together. Let your knees fall to the side and pull your heels towards your body maintaining a straight back.
Hamstring Stretch
Lay on your back on the floor. Raise your right leg. Clasp your hands behind the right knee and pull the leg towards your chest. Keep both legs straight. Repeat on opposite leg.
Buttock Stretch
Lay on your back. Cross your left leg over your right knee and lift both legs in the air. Grasp behind your right knee, keeping your head on the ground. You should feel a stretch in your left buttock.
Abdominal Stretch
Lay on your front and push up onto your elbows until they are directly beneath your shoulders. Keep the palms of you hands, hips and feet on the ground. Push up until you feel your stomach muscles being stretched.
Note:
Remember when stretching to keep a good posture. Never bounce, never put extra pressure on the stretch and hold each stretch for about 15 seconds.
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