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Stretches and Flexibility Exercises

Stretching and Flexibility ExercisesFlexibility is extremely important for any athlete. It allows them to extend their range of motion and increase their power for virtually every sport. Having a longer range of motion also decreases the chance of injury.

Definition
Flexibility is defined as a joint's ability to move freely through a full and normal range of motion (ROM).

Static Stretching
This refers to passive stretching where a stretch is held in a specific location for a certain time. This time is usually 12-15 seconds in length.

Ballistic or Bouncing Stretches
Dynamic muscular movements, such as a bouncing bent over hamstring stretch (advanced athletes).

When should I Stretch?
Always perform static stretching when your muscles are warm (after exercising).

What should I do prior to exercise?
Perform dynamic (arm circles, trunk rotations etc.) stretches before exercise will help prevent injuries during actual exercise.

Stretching and Flexibility Exercises


PictureName of Stretch/Flexibility Exercise
Abdominal Lat Stretch - StretchAbdominal Lat Stretch: Start by draping yourself sideways on the ball as shown. Place the top leg forward and bottom leg behind for balance, now with the bottom hand for support place the top hand over ...
Abdominal on Ab Ball Stretch - StretchAbdominal on Ab Ball Stretch: Start by sitting on the ball then roll out on the ball. Now place the ball in the middle of your back and gently lean back until you feel the stretch. If you have any back proble...
Abdominal Twists- Dynamic Stretch - StretchAbdominal Twists- Dynamic Stretch: To perform the abdominal twist exercise begin with a broom, wide grip bar, hockey stick or something alike behind your head with your hands resting on top.

Begin twisting ...
Hurdlers Stretch - StretchHurdlers Stretch: This is a hamstring stretch.
- Sit with one leg extended.
- The other curled into the body.
- Lean with your lower back until you feel a stretch...
Standing Hamstring Stretch - StretchStanding Hamstring Stretch: Start by having your legs straight and lower your body while keeping your legs straight as you can. Go down until you can feel the stretch.

This exercise is great for any ...
Chest and Bicep Flexibility Stretch - StretchChest and Bicep Flexibility Stretch: This chest, shoulder and bicep stretch can be performed by lying on an exercise ball/stability ball/swiss ball and having your shoulder blades on the majority of the ball. Now dra...
Forearm Stretch - StretchForearm Stretch: Start by holding one hand by the fingers and pulling back until you feel the stretch. See the picture. This stretch is important for any sport involving throwing....
Calf Stretch - StretchCalf Stretch: This is very important for running.
- Stand with your hands against the wall
-Lunge one leg back
-Bend your front leg until you feel the stretch in your calf....
Butt and Hamstring Stretch - StretchButt and Hamstring Stretch: Start lying down on the ground and lift one leg up while holding your knee into your body until you feel the stretch.

This exercise is important for any sport since it str...
Butt and Back Stretch - StretchButt and Back Stretch: Start sitting down while putting one leg over the other as shown. Now place the opposite arm (of the leg)over the leg that is on top while pushing your elbow into your knee to fee...
Groin Stretch - StretchGroin Stretch: This is a groin stretch which is really important for running and any sport which will require your lower body.
- Sit with your lower back straight.
- Soles of your feet...
Groin Stretch 2 - StretchGroin Stretch 2: Start by spreading your legs with your feet facing forward. Lean to one side while having your hands on your knee for support. Keep leaning to the side until you feel the stretch...
Hip Flexor Stretch - StretchHip Flexor Stretch: This stretch is important for running or any other type of aerobic activity that includes your lower body.
- Kneel with one leg forward, while the other leg behind.
- Ben...
Chest and Anterior Deltoid Stretch - StretchChest and Anterior Deltoid Stretch: - Place one arm against a wall while keeping a your torso parallel.
- Gently lean your body against the wall to feel the stretch....
Thigh or Quad  Stretch - StretchThigh or Quad Stretch: Start by standing while grabbing one foot and putting it against your glut. While starting by holding on to something for balance it is very important to have your leg straight up...
Back / Rhomboid Stretch - StretchBack / Rhomboid Stretch: To complete this exercise complete the following:
- Cross one arm in front of your body.
- Use the opposite arm to squeeze into your body and above or below elbow joint...
Neck Rotations - StretchNeck Rotations: To stretch your sternocleidomastoid rotate your head back and forth without tilting your head back. You can also rotate your head forward....
Tricep and Lat Stretch - StretchTricep and Lat Stretch: Tricep and Deltoid stretch is completed by the following instructions:
- Place both arms overhead.
- Gently pull behind your elbow to slide palm down the middle of your...

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