Stretching
Stretching Series
What: This series is designed to teach stretching protocols for each of the major muscle groups. Due to the flexibility variations present in athletes, each protocol will be presented with beginner, intermediate, and advanced options.
What you can expect in each installment: 1) videos with directions for each stretch and 2) guidance on how to progress through the beginner, intermediate, and advanced options.
The order: 1) Calf (gastroc, soleus, post tib), 2) Posterior Thigh (hamstrings), 3) Posterior Hip (Glutes, Piriformis, External Rotators), 4) Lateral Hip (Glute Med, TFL, ITB), 5) Anterior Hip (Psoas, Iliacus, Sartorious, Pectineus), 6 ) Quads, 7 ) Adductors, 8 ) Anterior/Lateral lower leg (anterior tib, peroneals, top of the foot), 9 ) Bottom of Foot (Plantar Fascia + big toe), 10 ) Low Back, 11 ) Mid-Back (thoracic spine), 12 ) Neck, 13 ) Shoulder ( posterior), 14 ) Shoulder (front), 15) Upper Arm (biceps and triceps), 16 ) Elbow/Forearm/Wrist, 17) Hand
Previous Blog Posts:
1) Five favorite stretches for Runners.
2) Stretches and self massage tips specifically for IT Band injuries.
3) Stretches and self massage tips specifically for Runners Knee/Patellofemoral Pain.
The Series:
Click here for all of the posts on stretching including an introduction post.
