It's going to be hard keeping your usual training going during these times - especially strength building programs.
Let's face its , It's going to be hard to work on your 100 meter sprint in the kitchen or hallway!
But we can improve one thing during this lockdown - flexibility.
1. Why Stretch
Here's many reasons why stretching is something we should seek to improve on while we have the time at home
> Promotes better circulation and blood flow
That alone has many many knock on effects such as - increased digestion
- improves posture
- reduces stress
- reduces lower back pain
- better nights sleep
2. Benefits of improving Flexibility
If we can improve our flexibility during lockdown , when we return to the gym and regular training we will also see many benefits-
> Increased range of motion
> Better blood flow to muscles
> Improved recovery time from workouts
> Reduces risk of injury
3. Exercises/Stretches to Try
LOWER BODY
> Standing Hamstring Stretch
Hold for 20 to 30 secs
> Triangle Pose
Hold for 20 to 30 secs each side
> Extended Side Angle Pose
Hold for 20 to 30 secs each side
> Warrior Pose
Hold for 20 to 30 secs each leg
> Low Pyramid Pose
Hold for 20 to 30 secs each leg
> Lunging Hip Flexor Stretch
Hold for 20 to 30 secs each leg
>Figure 4 (pretzel) stretch
Hold for 20 to 30 secs each leg
UPPER BODY
> Triceps Stretch
(arm behind head aim to reach shoulder blade)
Hold for 20 to 30 secs each arm
> Seated Shoulder Squeeze
Hold for 20 to 30 secs
> Seated Neck Release
Hold for 20 to 30 secs each side
> Cobra/Sphinx Post
Hold for 30 secs
Bring arms closer to body, hold for a further 20 secs
>> Try out our Mobility/Strength/Core online routine or Live classes
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