Stretching is important whether you’re running, walking, or just need to get a kink out of your back. Keeping yourself limber can help prevent injuries like strains, fractures, and breaks. Stretching can also help reduce and manage stress that’s often kept in your muscles. Other benefits could be increased circulation, decreased back pain, and improved posture.
While at home, stretching can happen anytime and almost anywhere and you won’t have to worry about where to put your phone. However, when you’re on the go, you’ll need a way to carry your phone and other things while you stretch. This is where Armpocket can help.
Armpocket combines ergonomic memory foam and eco-friendly bamboo to produce a product that not only has a snug fit, but also conforms to your body for extra staying power. You can stretch any way you like and Armpocket will stretch right along with you.
Now that you know what stretching and Armpocket can do for you, check out a few of our favorite stretches!
STANDING TOE TOUCH
First, make sure you are standing up straight with a little space in front and behind you. Next, bend at the waist, making sure to keep your legs straight without locking your knees. Once you are in position, let your upper body and arms hang naturally for 10 to 20 seconds. Actually grabbing your toes is optional.
STRAIGHT LEG RAISE STRETCH
First, lay down completely flat. Lift one leg up at about a 45-degree angle and then slowly lower the leg back to the resting position. Complete three sets of 10 reps with your first leg, then repeat with your other leg. For added difficulty, try doing this while balancing between two supports of equal height.
Note: We do not recommend stretching over water (as pictured above) as it is not safe.
STANDING PNF STRETCH
Start by standing with your arms stretched out in front of you while facing a wall, tree, or some other large object. Put your hands against or on the object and prop the toes of one foot against the object while keeping your heel on the ground. Stretch your other leg out behind you with your toes planted on the ground. Keep the front leg straight and the knee of the back leg bent. Lean into the object slightly until you feel a gentle pull in your front leg. Hold for about 30 seconds and then repeat with the other leg.
STANDING HAMSTRING STRETCH
Start by prop the heel of one foot up on a surface. Be sure to understand your own flexibility before selecting a surface. For beginners, use an object that is a slightly lower than your hip. Next, you want to flex your foot back toward your body. For added stretch, reach forward toward your foot by bending at the hip and grab your ankle with your hands. Hold for 30 seconds and repeat with your other leg.
FORWARD BEND WITH ROUNDED BACK
Begin by sitting on the ground and extending both legs straight out in front of you. Be sure to keep your legs together. Next, bend at the waist and gently round your back while holding your ankles or feet. Hold this for 30 seconds, sit up, and repeat two more times.
Note: We do not recommend stretching over water (as pictured above) as it is not safe.
STANDING QUADRICEPS STRETCH
Start by standing up straight with your feet hip-width apart. Keep your core tight and your shoulders relaxed. Bend your right leg back behind you, bring the heel of your foot towards your butt. Hold your right foot with your left hand and hold for 30 seconds. Repeat with the left foot and right hand.
Optional: Steady yourself by holding on to a chair, wall, or some other object.
ELEVATED LUNGE STRETCH
Begin by placing the foot of one leg on a secure platform. Be sure to understand your own flexibility before selecting a surface. Place your hands on your bent knee and step back with your other leg. Slowly lower your body into the lunge. Push forward with and straighten your back leg before relaxing. Complete 3 sets with one leg and then repeat with the other.
STANDING SIDE STRETCH
Start by standing with your feet crossed and your arms by your sides. Be sure to be an arms-length away from something to support yourself. Raise your left arm over your head while using your right arm to keep yourself stable. Hold for 30 seconds and then repeat on the other side.
Now that you know how to stretch, let us know what your favorite stretch is and how your Armpocket holds up!
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