Tuesday, October 8

Video: Seated stretches for the office

Standing or sitting for extended periods of time can make locations of your lower body aching. To avoid or minimize tightness and discomfort, attempt these stretches.

For the very first stretch, bring among your knees towards your chest. Utilize your hands to get the back of your thigh and carefully pull it towards you. Keep your back directly, taking care not to lean forward. You’ll feel stress in your lower back and the upper part of your butt. Hold the stretch for 30 seconds. Unwind and go back to the beginning position and repeat the stretch with your other leg.

Next, position yourself on the edge of your chair and straighten among your legs in front of you, resting your heel on the flooring. Bend forward at the hip up until you feel an extending experience at the back of your thigh. Make sure to keep your back directly. Hold the stretch for 30 seconds. Unwind and go back to the beginning position and repeat the stretch with your other leg.

When doing seated stretches, it’s most safe to utilize a chair that does not have wheels. Breathe easily as you hold each stretch, and beware not to bounce. Anticipate to feel stress while you’re extending. If you feel discomfort, you’ve gone too far.

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