Some Simple Daily Stretches

Hi Folks!!!

The hardest part of an exercise program is, ......... well, just getting started on an exercise program!!!. We all know how difficult it is to actually get into the habit of keeping fit on a daily routine. To make this really simple for you, we have started with some simple stretches that are joint- friendly, to get you started :-)

Single Hip Stretch

Let's kick start our stretching with the single hip stretch. Bend and bring the Left leg to your chest. The other leg remains straight. You should feel the stretch in the buttock and low back region.. Hold to a nice slow count of ten and change to repeat on your Right leg.

Double Hip & Low Back Stretch

Now for the double hip stretch. Hug your legs from around and under your knees. This way, you will not press your knees down too much as when you hold over the top of the knees, and aggravate any knee pain if you have it. This exercise will also stretch your lower spine. Hold to a count of ten and come back to your starting position.

Next, is the Sacroiliac joint stretch. Hold onto the knee as you pull your leg downwards and upwards. You will feel a stretch at your lower bottom and pelvic bone.

Hamstrings Stretch

Starting position for Hamstring stretch. Hold under the R knee, keeping the left knee straight

In stretching your hamstrings, KEEP FOCUSED & try and straighten that knee. Bend your foot, toes pointing towards you to make the stretch more effective.

Quadriceps (Front of thigh)stretch
In the left side lying position, bend the R knee and attempt to bring the R heel towards your buttock

Back view of the Same Stretch.

You may attempt this with the help of a towel if you have knee pain or suffer from arthritis.

Use a towel to pull the foot if you have knee joint pain & cannot reach the full range.

Stretch of the inner thigh muscle in side lying. .ENJOY THIS ONE!!! I bet you can move up to 90deg at the hip

Inner Thigh Stretch in Standing

Stand-up straight, with feet apart. Slowly bend your right knee and lean towards the right side, but keeping your back straight. You should feel the stretch in the inner thigh of the leg that is straight

Hamstring & Calf Stretch

This is the hamstring and calf stretch with a towel

Watch that heel...she is stretching her calf now.

This is a deeper stretch for the calf, especially the soleus muscle.

So here we have it, a list of some simple stretches and hope that it benefits you in getting started on a new exercise program. Remember, once you have started, "Don't Stop, Never Give Up" , get going and live life well!!! It is in your hands!

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