The benefits of stretching have been well established. When you stretch after a workout, you help give your body a jump start on recovery, while releasing stress and tension, and boosting the flexibility of your joints. Here are some post-workout stretches you can try:
- Lunging hip flexor stretch
- Piriformis stretch
- Cat-cow stretch
- Standing calf stretch
- Overhead triceps stretch
- Standing bicep stretch
- Quadriceps stretch
- Hamstring stretch
- Shoulder stretch
- Butterfly stretch
- Lower back stretch
- Downward-facing dog
- Seated forward fold
- Figure four stretch
- Supine spinal twist
- Wide leg forward fold
- Floor scorpion
- 90/90 with a forward fold
Here are some safety tips to consider when stretching:
- Don’t stretch to the point of pain
- Watch your posture
- Breathe through your stretches
- Start slowly
Consider cooldown stretching if you are looking for a simple quick, and almost effortless workout routine that could help you reduce the risk of injury, increase blood flow for better recovery, and return your body to balance.
It is recommended that you consult your doctor before starting or adding new exercises to your routine, you can schedule an appointment with a doctor at Flushing Hospital’s Ambulatory Care Center by calling (718) 670-5486.
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