07/19/2025
What Should You Stretch?
Stretching is key to mobility, flexibility, and injury prevention, but knowing what to stretch is just as important! Here’s a guide to target key areas for better movement and overall health:
1️⃣ Neck & Shoulders
📍 Why? Reduces tension, improves posture, and prevents stiffness.
✔️ Try This: Neck tilts, shoulder rolls, and cross-body shoulder stretches.
2️⃣ Chest & Upper Back
📍 Why? Improves breathing, posture, and spinal alignment.
✔️ Try This: Chest opener stretch, cat-cow pose, and seated spinal twists.
3️⃣ Hips & Lower Back
📍 Why? Relieves lower back pain, increases hip mobility, and improves circulation.
✔️ Try This: Hip flexor stretch, seated forward fold, and figure-four stretch.
4️⃣ Legs & Glutes
📍 Why? Enhances strength, flexibility, and helps prevent knee and ankle injuries.
✔️ Try This: Hamstring stretch, quad stretch, and deep squat holds.
5️⃣ Calves & Ankles
📍 Why? Supports foot and ankle mobility, reducing injury risk.
✔️ Try This: Calf raises, downward dog, and ankle circles.
💡 How Often Should You Stretch?
✔️ Daily for mobility & flexibility
✔️ Before & after workouts for injury prevention
✔️ To reduce stress and improve circulation & heart health
Need help learning the right stretches for your body? Briana DeLuna, CPT SFC, our Stretch Coach, is here to guide you!
📞 Call (254) 947-2225 to schedule a session!
🌐 Visit www.crainwellness.com
