![]() ![]() Bend the front knee until a stretch is felt in the back leg calf muscles.Both feet should point straight ahead.Stand at the kitchen counter and have one leg back. Hold for 20 seconds and repeat on the opposite side.You should feel a stretch in your neck on the side that your chin is facing.Place your hands on your sternum, look up and tip your chin toward one corner (think you have a thought bubble over your head like in a cartoon).This stretch is for the front of your neck, especially if you look at a computer monitor or your cell phone all day. Hold for 30 seconds and perform on both sides.If you do not feel a stretch, use your hands to help lift your leg toward your chest.This may be enough of a stretch for some people. You should feel a stretch where your back pocket would be.Cross one ankle over your knee and let the knee fall out toward the floor.Begin lying on your back with your knees bent.This stretch is great if you sit a lot during the day. (Image 1: Wrist Flexion, Image 2: Wrist Extension) Hold this stretch for 20 seconds, then reverse the stretch with the hand bent back for a stretch on the other side of the forearm.With your arm straight in front of you, let your hand bend forward and apply gentle pressure with your other hand for a stretch in your forearm.This stretch is great for those doing typing or desk work all day or spending time in the kitchen before the holidays! You may not get to pointing upward stop your movement where you feel a stretch.Slowly rotate your arm and upper half of your body to try to get your elbow to point toward the ceiling.Place one hand behind your head with the elbow pointing toward the floor.This stretch is excellent to promote movement in the thoracic or upper back region. Repeat by walking your hands to the left side.Then, walk your hands to the right and feel more of a stretch in your left side and hold for 30 seconds.Keep your head looking toward the floor to avoid straining your neck.Lean back so your buttock is on your heels and your arms are stretched overhead on the floor.Begin by kneeling and placing your hands in front of you on the floor.This stretch is good for the low back as well as the upper back. ![]() ![]() Here are 12 stretches you can do daily for a happy and healthy holiday season. Stretching can help reduce stress and improve aches and pains that may be brought on by the holidays. Whether you are spending more time cooking, cleaning, putting up lights, or even shoveling, it’s a good idea to remember to stretch. This time of the year can be tough on the body, however. The holiday season is a joyous time of year to spend quality time with family and friends. ![]()
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