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TOE TOUCHES
Standing with your knees bend slightly, slowly bend
forward from the hips.
Allow your back and shoulders to relax as you stretch
down toward your toes.
Go as far as you can and hold for 15 counts, then
relax. Repeat three times.
Stretches: Hamstrings, Back of Knees, Back
QUADRICEPS STRETCH
With one hand against a wall for balance, reach
behind you and pull up your foot. Bring your heel as
close to your bottom as possible. Hold for 15 counts.
Repeat.
Stretches: Quadriceps, Hip Muscles.
CALF / ACHILLES STRETCH
With one leg in front of the other and arms out, lean
against the wall. Keep your back leg straight and back
foot flat on the ground; then bend the front leg and
lean forward by moving your hips toward the wall.
Hold, then repeat on the other side. To cause even
further stretching of the. Achilles tendons, slightly
bend back leg as well.
Stretches: Calves, Achilles Tendons, and Ankles.
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