Stretch of the Week: Arm Sweeps on Foam Roller
For the second week of November we will be performing an Arm Sweeps stretch on the foam roller. It provides a stretch through the arms and pectoral muscles (chest).
This stretch requires a foam roller to perform. If you have difficulty getting up and down from the floor, or any shoulder injuries, please skip this week’s stretch.
Stretch of the Week: Front Body Stretch
For November’s Weekly Stretches I will teach you how to use a foam roller to stretch and self-massage the body.
If you do not own a foam roller I recommend purchasing one! It’s a very useful and affordable tool that can be purchased through one of our clinics. For the first week, we will be performing the Front Body Stretch, as well as a massage for the front of the thighs.
Stretch of the Week: Thai Massage Stretch
The final stretch of the week for October, which will round out our partner stretching theme for the month, is called the Thai Massage Stretch. One partner will get a chest and inner arm stretch with this, while the other partner will get a slight chest and calf stretch.
Stretch of the Week: Revolved Forward Fold Partner Side Stretch
We will be performing the Revolved Forward Fold Partner Side Stretch for the third week of October. It is one of my favorites, as it stretches the sides of the body, the inner thighs, the hamstrings and the low back.
Stretch of the Week: Partner Twist Stretch
In the second week of October we will be performing the Partner Twist Stretch. This stretch will target the spine, arms and chest.
Stretch of the Week: Wide Legged Straddle
The Month of October is all about partner stretching! Stretching is more fun when done with someone, so grab a friend and get ready to do the Wide Legged Straddle.
Stretch of the Week: Flexion/Extension Foot Exercise
In the last week of September we will be performing a combination of movements from week 2 and week 3 of this month, so make sure you go back and check them out!
Stretching Vs. Warming Up: What’s the Difference?
One of the more frequent questions I am asked when conducting physical therapy evaluations is “Did my injury occur because I did not stretch before my physical activity?” That’s a great question and the quick answer is no…..and yes. Let me explain.
