Stretches

Begin stretch in seated postion with one end of band looped around top of foot. Next, lie stomach down, with knee bent and band running behind back and overhead. Use band to pull foot and thigh up while keeping front of hips on floor. To PNF stretch the hip flexor in this position, try alternating holding breathe and pushing knee to floor with exhaling and pulling foot and thigh higher. read more...
This stretch emphasis's lengthening the lower back and oblique muscles of the abdomen. You can also use this to stretch the lat muscles in the upper back as well as the outer hip muscles. To stretch the muscles on the left side of your body: start this stretch with your right hand down and right knee bent. Straighten your left leg out to your side and reach overhead with left hand. As you lean to your right you will exaggerate the stretch on your left side. Repeat stretch on opposite side. read more...
The Scorpion Stretch is primarily for the hip flexor and abdominal muscles. This particular stretch is very effective but should not be attempted if you have any arthritis in your lower back. Start the stretch lying on your stomach with arms straight out from your shoulders and palms facing down. Lift one leg with knee bent. read more...
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