Neck Stretches: Now we have reached the top of the body, and the final stretch that we will be discussing. There are four stretches that will help you to loosen up your neck muscles. The first stretch is the Lateral Neck Stretch. Look forward while keeping your head up. Slowly move your ear towards your [...]
X-Factor Fitness Solutions Blog Archive for the ‘Flexibility and Stretching’ Category
The Neck – Top Ten Stretches
By Matt Trudo on October 4th, 2010The Hamstring Stretch – Top Ten Stretches
By Matt Trudo on September 30th, 2010Hamstrings Stretches: There are a few good stretches that you can perform to stretch the hamstrings. Which ones you do will depend on your level of flexibility and comfort while performing these stretches. I will start with the easiest stretch and progress to the hardest one. The first stretch pictured is called the Standing Toe-Raised [...]
Upper Back Stretch – Top Ten Stretches
By Matt Trudo on September 28th, 2010Many people who experience pain in the shoulders and neck will find this stretch to be very effective. The Parallel Arm Shoulder Stretch will be helpful if you have tight shoulders and traps. Stand upright and place one arm across your chest. Keep your arm parallel to the ground and pull your elbow towards your [...]
Abdominal Stretch – Top Ten Stretches
By Matt Trudo on September 27th, 2010Abdominals Stretchs: To stretch out your abs you can perform the following stretch either on your elbows or on your hands, depending on your flexibility. The On Elbows/Rising Stomach Stretch. To perform the On Elbows Stomach Stretch, lie face down and bring your hands close to your shoulders. Keep your hips on the ground, look [...]
Triceps & Latissimus Dorsi Stretch – Top Ten Stretches
By Matt Trudo on September 24th, 2010Since these stretch out the front part of the arm, we need to add a Triceps Stretch to even things out. Perform this stretch by standing upright with your hand behind your neck and your elbow pointing upwards. Then use your other hand to pull your elbow down. This will stretch your triceps brachii, latissimus [...]
