Health Trail

EXERCISE STATION #3: Lower Body & Trunk Stretches

Before you start, click here to review some important safety reminders.

 

ADULTS:

  • Standing Quad Stretch: Pull one foot toward your glutes while standing, keeping knees close together. Try to do 5-10 repetitions on each leg. Please don't do this if you have any knee problems.
  • Side Body Stretch: Reach one arm overhead and lean to the opposite side to stretch the torso. Hold each stretch 15-60 seconds, depending on comfort and flexibility goals. Try to do 5-10 stretches on each side.
  • Shoulder Rolls: Stand tall with arms relaxed at your sides. Slowly roll your shoulders upward, backward, and down. Perform 10-15 circles. Reverse the direction and repeat.

CHILDREN: Walk like an orangutan!

Hold your arms over your head with your elbows bent a little. Bend your knees a little and walk, swinging your arms.