Static stretches can change your life.
It’s true.
Hundreds of studies have shown that regularly performing static stretching exercises can help improve flexibility and mobility in joints, minimize chances of injury and boost overall performance.
They can help you build a better body.
Today I want to give you 20 static stretches that you can incorporate into your routine. I do these regularly as they continue to help me improve my flexibility and rid my body of built up tension and stress.
Let me show you…
20 Static Stretches for a Better Body:
Cobra Stretch
Areas Stretched: lower back
Cat-Cow Stretch
Areas Stretched: lower and upper back
Kneeling Warrior Stretch
Areas Stretched: Hip Flexors
Warrior Pose Stretch
Areas Stretched: Hip Flexor, Calves, Lower Back
Knees Pulled In Stretch
Areas Stretched: Hips, Lower Back
Butterfly Stretch
Areas Stretched: Adductors
Lying Quad Stretch
Areas Stretched: Quadriceps
Star Stretch
Areas Stretched: Gluteus Medius, Lower Back
Sprinter Pose Stretch
Areas Stretched: Hip Extensors, Hamstrings
Resistance Band Stretch – Straight Up
Areas Stretched: Hamstrings
Resistance Band Stretch – Out to Side
Areas Stretched: Hamstrings
Front Leg Glute Stretch
Areas Stretched: Gluteus Maximus
Lying Glute Stretch
Areas Stretched: Gluteus Maximus
Downward Dog Stretch
Areas Stretched: Calves
Wall Pec Stretch
Areas Stretched: Pictorials Major
Forearm Stretches
Areas Stretched: Wrist Flexors, Wrist Extensors
Neck Stretches
These are just a few of the static stretching exercises that you can incorporate into your routine.
Just a small sample.
As you do them it’s important to make sure that you are always comfortable. These stretches should never be forced. There should never be pain. Just slight tension.
Remember that the purpose of these stretches is to re-lengthen the muscles. To bring them back to their original state. To improve their flexibility and pliability.
This is most effectively accomplished after a workout when your muscles are warm and loose – the perfect state for static stretching.
Hold each stretch for 20 to 30 seconds. Be patient. Don’t rush through them. Take this time to relax and let your body rid itself of all the built-up tension and stress. Take deep breaths. Avoid distractions.
You’ll be amazed at how great you’ll feel when you’re done.
So please don’t overlook the power of these stretches.
Take a few minutes after each workout and perform a few of them.
Your body will thank you for it.
What static stretches do you use in your routine? Share in the comments below.
