Healthy Habits
with Allison Easter
Basic Standing Stretches
These four stretches target the major weight bearing muscles
of the body. They’re great post-run, after any physical activity or
whenever you just can’t stop and lie down.
Quadricep Stretch (right)
Hold onto the left foot to stretch the front of the thigh. Draw the navel to the spine and stand upright. Hold for 3-5 long breaths. Repeat on the other leg.
Hamstring Stretch
Straight leg forward, heel on the ground. Bend the back leg and reach the hips back, looking for a stretch in the back of the right thigh, knee and calf. Hold for 3-5 long breaths. Repeat on the other side.
Gluteus Stretch (lower right)
Place one ankle on the opposite knee, flexing the foot.
Bend the supporting leg and “sit” the pelvis back
until you feel a moderate stretch in the gluteal muscles.
Hold for 3-5 long breaths.
No time to hit the mat for a stretch? Try these standing stretches and limber up on the go!
Thursday, March 29, 2012
Basic Standing Stretches
Calf Stretch
(pictured left)
Front leg bent, back leg straight, all 10 toes facing forward. Exhale and press the back heel down for a calf stretch. Hold for 3-5 long breaths.
