November 11, 2024

Stretch routine

A stretching routine I'm trying at home

1.Warm-up (3 minutes)

Neck rolls

Gently roll your neck in circles

Shoulder rolls

Roll your shoulders forwards and backwards

Arm circles

Make large circles with your arms

Standing twists

Twist your torso from side to side

March in place

March on the spot, lifting your knees high

2.Stretches (10 minutes)

Neck retraction

Gently tuck your chin to your chest, hold for 10 seconds, repeat 3 times

Upper trapezius stretch

Tilt your head to one side, gently pulling with your hand. Hold for 30 seconds each side

Chest stretch

Stand in a doorway, place your forearms on the frame, and lean forward. Hold for 30 seconds, repeat twice

Cat-Cow stretch

On hands and knees, alternate between arching and rounding your back

Child's pose

Kneel and sit back on your heels, stretching your arms forward

Piriformis stretch

Sit on the floor, cross one ankle over the opposite knee, and gently lean forward. Hold for 30 seconds each side

Hip flexor stretch

In a lunge position, push your hips forward. Hold for 30 seconds each side, repeat twice

Hamstring stretch

Sit on the floor with legs extended, reach for your toes. Hold for 30 seconds, repeat 4 times

Quadriceps stretch

Stand and pull one foot towards your buttocks. Hold for 30 seconds each side

Lower back stretch

Lie on your back, hug your knees to your chest

3.Strengthening exercises (6 minutes)

Bird-dog

On hands and knees, extend opposite arm and leg. Hold for 10 seconds, 6 reps each side

Glute bridges

Lie on your back, feet flat on the floor, lift hips. Hold for 10 seconds, 6 reps

Plank

Hold a forearm plank for 60 seconds. Repeat twice

Wall angels

Stand with your back against a wall, perform slow arm raises for that time.

Superman

Lie face down, lift arms and legs off the floor. Hold for 10 seconds, 6 reps.