🌟 Day 4 of 12 Days of Movement: Hamstring Stretch for Flexibility and Back Health! 🌟
Today, we’re giving those hamstrings some gentle stretching love with a lying-down hamstring stretch! Did you know that tight hamstrings can actually lead to lower back discomfort? Stretching them out can help relieve tension, improve flexibility, and support a healthy spine. 🧘🏻♀️
✨ Here’s your goal: Try 5 stretches on each leg today!
Here’s how to do it:
1️⃣ Lie Down Comfortably: Start by lying on your back on a mat or soft surface. Relax your shoulders.
2️⃣ Bend & Stretch One Leg: Gently bend one knee toward your chest, then extend your leg up toward the ceiling, reaching it as straight as you can. Try to feel a gentle stretch in the back of your thigh. Flex your foot to deepen the stretch. 🌈
3️⃣ Hold & Release: Hold for a few seconds, then bring your knee back toward your chest before stretching it back up. Repeat this bending and stretching motion for 5 reps on each side, breathing deeply as you go.
4️⃣ Switch Legs: Repeat the same sequence on your other leg.
✅ Challenge Tip: For an added stretch, lightly hold the back of your thigh or calf for support. But remember, only go as far as feels comfortable—this should feel like a nice release, not a strain!
This stretch is perfect for gently opening up those tight hamstrings and supporting lower back health. Let’s keep moving towards more flexibility and comfort each day!
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