Total Body Stretch

Benefit: Stretches the muscles of the abdomen, side of the chest wall and back.

Action: Extend your arms overhead and straighten your legs. Press arms and legs as far as comfortable in opposite directions. Hold this position for 15-30 seconds.

Repetitions: 2-3 times

Quadriceps Stretch

Benefit: Stretches the quadriceps muscles.

Action: Lie on one side with your bottom leg bent for balance. Reach back with your top hand and grasp the top of your foot near the shoelaces. Bring this foot back toward your buttocks. Keep your head in line with your spine and your hip in contact with the floor. Knees should be parallel to one another and the pelvis should not tip forward. Hold this position for 15-30 seconds. Repeat on the opposite side.

Repetitions: 2-3 times