Side stretches
Open your arms to the side and continue lifting them until they
are over your head. Reach your right arm as far upward
toward the ceiling as you can for one count. Feel the stretch
up your right side. Repeat this action with your left arm.
Quadriceps stretch
With one hand against a wall for balance, reach behind
you and pull your right foot up. Bring your heels as close
to your buttocks as possible. Hold for 15 counts and
repeat with left foot up.
Inner thigh stretch
Sit with the soles of your feet together with your
knees pointing outward. Pull your feet as close
into your groin as possible. Gently push your
knees toward the floor. Hold for 15 counts.
Toe touches
Slowly bend forward from your waist, letting your back and shoulders
relax as you stretch toward your toes. Reach down as far as you can
and hold for 15 counts.
Hamstring stretches
Sit with your right leg extended. Rest the sole of your left foot
against your tight inner thigh. Stretch toward your toe as far as
possible. Hold for 15 counts. Relax and then repeat with left leg
extended.
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