Perform each of these stretches for 15 to 30 seconds to ease tired muscles.
Stand with back against wall. Grasp under thigh with both hands and pull one knee to chest. Bend head down to feel stretch in your lower back.
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Stand, one foot in front of the other and bend opposite knee. Press hips back as if sitting to feel stretch in back of thigh.
Cross hands and grasp opposite knees. Round upper back as you lean backward. Pull your knees apart to feel a stretch in your upper back.
Sit and cross one leg over the other. Use the opposite hand or elbow for leverage, as well as chair back. Turn toward the crossed leg to feel a stretch in your back.
This information is for health improvement and injury prevention only. It does not constitute medical advice, treatment or diagnosis. If you have an injury or medical concern, please consult your healthcare provider. Please call 911 with a medical emergency.
