Stretches for your Hamstrings
Tuesday, August 14 2012
by Ali McWilliams
Why should I stretch? 1. Less likely to get injured. 2. Greater range of motion which may enhance performance. 3. Enhances movement, so you are more mobile. Why are hamstrings tight? 1. Glutes are weak so your hamstrings and calves kick in to help out. 2. Muscle imbalance. You’re in forward motion most of your
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Stretches for your Hips, Glutes and Lower Back
Saturday, July 14 2012
by Ali McWilliams
When we have more mobility in our hips we have greater function in our lower backs and knees, and who doesn’t want that!? Try these 4 stretches to increase the flexibility in your hips and to help prevent lower back and knee issues. 1. Lying leg cross over 2. Single leg cross over drop 3.
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