Stretching: Lower Body

Staying loose & flexible will help prevent injury, help you progress with your training and help you recover. Read below for more on this week's focus: hamstrings, thighs/groin and the quadriceps.

At BodyByGeoff each training session starts with a warm-up & ends with the trainer stretching or manipulating you with his/her body weight and pressure to increase your range of motion & aid in exercise recovery.

If you have injured yourself or you are in extreme / repetitive pain, you may need to see your doctor and then come see our Physical Therapist, Oana.

BodyByGeoff is in-network with most major health insurance plans including Carefirst & Anthem Blue Cross, Aetna, United and PHCS.

(1) Hamstring Stretch
Gently pull knee to chest until stretch is felt. Hold for 20 seconds. Repeat with other knee.

(2) Quadriceps Stretch
Pull heel toward buttocks until stretch is felt in front of thigh. Hold for 20 seconds. Repeat with other heel.

(3) Thigh Adductor (Groin) Stretch
Sitting straight or with back against a wall, gently push your knees to the floor until stretch is felt. Hold for 20 seconds.