Welcome to Starting Stretching, Part 2. Because of its size, we had to divide this guide in two parts. In Part 2, we continue with specific stretches for fingers, arms, core, legs and toes, concluding our guide with the last, 53rd stretch at the bottom. To find the first 25 stretches of Starting Stretching along with workout instructions and muscles chart, please visit … [Read more...]
Starting Stretching – 53 Full Body Stretches for Beginners
Let's get straight to the point: you should be stretching. It's good for your health, form, joints and flexibility (1). In fact, just to maintain your current joint mobility and flexibility, you should stretch at least 3-4 times a week in 15 minute sessions. To actually improve your flexibility, you should be stretching 5-6 times a week in 15-30 minute sessions. In this 2-part … [Read more...]
18 Easy Stretches in 18 Minutes to Help Reduce Back Pain
Nothing can ruin your day quicker than back pain and while healthier habits can help resolve the underlying problem, exercise remains a key element of the treatment plan. The exercises are best done through a controlled, progressive program, with the goal of building toward a stronger, more flexible spine. If you want to follow such a program we have a great resource for you … [Read more...]
5 Minute Stretching Routine for a Lifelong Healthy Back (Video)
If you tend to sit for longer than 2 hours during the day or are otherwise prone to back pain and aches, today’s stretching routine makes a lot of sense. Some of the symptoms of prolonged sitting are reduced spinal flexibility and fragile back muscles, and ignoring them can lead to bad posture and increased risk of spinal injury – not to mention chronic back pain. The … [Read more...]
2-Minute Stretching Technique to Help Undo the Damages of Sitting, Adjust Your Spine and Reduce Back Pain
Anybody who sits a lot during the day will eventually experience problems and symptoms associated with prolonged sitting. The worst symptoms are reduced spinal flexibility and fragile back muscles, which can result in bad posture and increased risk of spinal injury. Weak muscles on your back do not have the strength to properly carry your body while you need their flexibility … [Read more...]
6 Exercises to Stretch Your Toes, Ankles, Soleus and Gastrocnemius Muscles
In normal everyday activities, the muscles of the foot and lower leg are used more extensively than any other muscles in the body. Even though the musculature of the lower leg is considerably smaller than that of the upper leg, it essentially supports the whole body and receives the heaviest load during both walking and standing. Consequently, many people have minor aches and … [Read more...]
Exercises for Treating Carpal Tunnel
Carpal tunnel syndrome affects millions of Americans each year, yet we have still to determine what precisely the cause is. Likely, a combination of lifestyle and genetic factors are to blame. However, the risk factors are so diverse and general that we all have one or more of them at some point in our lives. Carpal tunnel syndrome can cause numbness, stiffness, and pain in … [Read more...]
How a Tennis Ball Will Get You Rid of Plantar Fasciitis in Minutes (Video Included)
Sometimes the simplest treatments are the most effective and you can do them from the comfort of your own home. A pain in your heel might not seem like a big deal but it actually affects how you walk and your ability to work out. We are referring to plantar fasciitis. Now, you’d think the best treatment would be a physiotherapist, right? Well, there is actually an … [Read more...]
The Five Best Stretching Exercises for People Who Work Out Regularly
Everyone should be performing stretches both before and after training, but the types of stretches vary. Now those who work out regularly need to stretch even more for better muscle recovery and training performance. You are going to be given a variety of stretches to utilize in your training program. You can perform each one every day if you wanted to, or just use them from … [Read more...]
Nina Dobrev’s Favorite Yoga Workout (Video Included)
As Conan realized first hand, Nina Dobrev is serious about her yoga! Today we coupled her favorite yoga routine with some complementary stretches in a 15 minute workout. Get down and comfortable on a nice and flat carpet or a mat. We’re going to start with some stretches so make sure your back is flat on the ground. 1. Glute stretch We’re going to start by pulling our … [Read more...]
