What are 5 stretches to improve flexibility?

5 stretches to improve your flexibility

• Hamstring stretch. RILEY A DONAVAN. Start on your knees and stretch one leg out between your hands.
• Hip flexor and quad stretch. RILEY A DONAVAN.
• Hip opener. RILEY A DONAVAN.
• Glute stretch. RILEY A DONAVAN.
• Side bend. RILEY A DONAVAN.

What stretches to do to improve flexibility?

Sit on the floor or a mat and bring your feet together so that your soles touch and your knees bend to opposite sides. With a straight spine, grasp your feet, then lean slowly forward and gently push your thighs down with your elbows until you feel the stretch along your inner thighs. Hold for 15 to 30 seconds.

How can I improve my flexibility at home?

Stretch It Out: 5 Ways To Improve Your Flexibility

1. Get warm. Whether your goal is to prevent injury or run your fastest 5K, it’s important to warm up your muscles before activity.
2. Hold still.
3. Take a break.
4. Try yoga.
5. Get a massage.

What stretches to do everyday?

Full body daily stretching routine

1. Neck roll. Stand up straight with the feet shoulder-width apart and the arms loose.
2. Shoulder roll. Stand up straight with the arms loose.
3. Behind-head tricep stretch.
4. Standing hip rotation.
5. Standing hamstring stretch.
6. Quadriceps stretch.
7. Ankle roll.
8. Child’s Pose.

What are some basic stretches?

Stretches in bed

• Cobra stretch. Lie on your stomach and place your hands flat beneath your shoulders.
• Knees-to-chest. Lying flat on your back, bring one knee to your chest and hold it in position with your arms or hands.
• Spinal twist.
• Upper back stretch.
• Neck stretch.
• Shoulder stretch.
• Side stretch.
• Standing quad stretch.

What is the best stretching for beginners?

Beginner’s stretches

• Overhead stretch (for shoulders, neck, and back) Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, knees and hips relaxed.
• Torso stretch (for lower back) Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, knees bent.
• Cat and cow stretch.