Throughout my fitness journey, I've gotten a lot of questions about my favorite stretches pre + post working out. So I figured I would share my top 5 favorite stretches! These stretches will target your hip flexors, hips, inner thighs, hamstrings, and shoulders. Perfect to prepare for a great workout or wind down right after one!
Stretch #1: Lunging Hip Flexor Stretch
Gently kneeling on your right knee, set your left foot down on the floor with your knee bent. With your hips completely squared off straight ahead, slowly press your hips forward. Switch sides.
Stretch #2: Hip Opening Pigeon Pose
Starting in the hip flexor lunge position with your left knee bent forward, place both hands on the ground and walk your left foot toward your right hand. Gently drop your left knee to the ground and enjoy the stretch. Keep hips squared forward. For a deeper stretch, carefully lower onto your forearms. Switch sides.
Stretch #3: Side Plank Variation
Stretch #4: Straddle Stretch
Starting in a seated position, open your legs wide to feel a stretch in your inner thighs. Gently begin to walk your hands toward the center of the room, hinging forward from your hips. For a hamstring stretch, walk your hands toward one of your legs and flex your foot toward your face. Reach toward your foot and hold for a few seconds. Repeat on the other side.
Stretch #5: Shoulder Stretch
Sitting comfortably, reach your left arm across your body and bend your right arm over it. Gently pull your left elbow toward your body and feel your shoulder stretch. Repeat on both sides.
Hope you enjoy my favorite stretches! Make sure to try these before and/or after your next workout. If you want a little refreshing re-up after your workout to pair with these stretches, check out my favorite protein shake to make here!
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