by focusonphysio194 | Oct 19, 2018 | Stretch of the Month
Stretch of the Month Single Knee to Chest Begin by lying on your back with both knees bent. Bring one knee up towards your chest. Perform 2-3 repetitions, holding each one for 15-30 seconds. You may feel a stretch along the lower back or buttocks area. You may also...
by focusonphysio194 | Aug 17, 2018 | Stretch of the Month
Stretch of the Month Modified Cobra Stretch Lie facedown on the floor with thumbs directly under shoulders, legs extended with the tops of your feet on the floor. Tighten your pelvic floor, and tuck hips downward as you squeeze your glutes. Press shoulders down and...
by focusonphysio194 | Jul 13, 2018 | Stretch of the Month
To release shoulder and neck tension, follow the steps below; Stand tall and slide your left hand down the left side of your body. Raise your right shoulder as your left lowers. Hold this for 10 seconds then stand straight again. Now slide your right hand down the...
by focusonphysio194 | Mar 4, 2018 | Stretch of the Month
Stretch of the Month Lower Leg Stretch The peroneal muscles run down the outside of the lower leg and are difficult to stretch and so often neglected in a stretching routine. Sit in a chair with one ankle resting on the other knee. With your hands, point the foot...
by focusonphysio194 | Dec 12, 2017 | Stretch of the Month
Stretch of the Month Lower Back Stretch After partying in heels’ ease tension in your lower back with a simple twist. Lie down on the ground. Close your eyes and breathe deeply as you bend your knees and plant your feet on the ground, hip-width apart. Drop your knees...
by focusonphysio194 | Nov 21, 2017 | Stretch of the Month
Stretch of the Month Seated Hip Stretch While in a seated position, cross your right leg over your straightened left leg. Hug your right knee with your left arm, making sure to keep your back straight. Hold this stretch for 30-60 seconds, and then repeat on the...
