Stretching

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Stretching videos and printable stretches

 We are happy to provide you with a list of stretching videos below. They  are grouped by areas of the body. Stretching expert Bob Anderson says  that stretching should never hurt; you should only feel "mild  discomfort". 

Printable stretches

 Would you like a list of printable stretches? Please send us an email with "stretches" in the subject line.  JohnR@MemorialWellness.com

Stretching book

 Our favorite stretching book is: "Stretching" by Bob Anderson. You will  see several different stretches for most parts of the body. This will  allow you to customize your stretching program. Bob Anderson has custom  pages for a LOT of different sports. He has also added recommendations  for non-athletic concerns, like "Desk and Computer" stretches. This book  should be available through an online search. 

Have a specific stretching question?

Have a question or looking for a specific stretch? Please contact us!

Upper body

 Lat stretch. Do this on a counter top for your Lats  

 Chest and back stretch. Hold on to a door frame or gym equipment.   

Lower body

The Door Stretch - This is good for your legs, low back and hips. 

The Sock Stretch - This stretch targets your upper hips and low back and will help your hamstring range of motion as well. 

The Sock & Rock Stretch - First, see the standing Sock Stretch to learn how this should feel in your low back. You can do this variation on a rug or in bed. 

The Pretzel Stretch - This is good for stretching one hip at a time, either on the floor OR in a chair. 

The Ace bandage stretch - This is for your calf or the bottom of your foot (plantar) or both. You'll want to get a six foot Ace bandage; the original type that does NOT stick to itself. 

Other stretches

The Air Travel Stretch - This video has great tips (they were NEW to us!) about sitting and stretching in those tiny airplane seats! Be sure to view this before your next airplane trip.