After your workout
Perform the following stretching exercises after every workout.
Calves
Front thighs
Sides
7. Now pull your knees to your body repeatedly and
exercise the muscles of your abdomen, legs, arms,
back, and buttocks at the same time.
1. Lean on a wall with both hands.
2. Position your right leg to the front and bend it while keeping
the left leg stretched.
3. Slowly push your left heel all the way down to the fl oor.
Hold this position for approximately 15 to 20 seconds.
4. Change the position of your legs and repeat the exercise.
1. Lean on a wall with your right hand.
2. Hold your ankle with your left hand and pull your left foot up
to your buttocks as shown in the fi gure.
3. Hold this position for approximately 15 to 20 seconds.
4. Repeat this exercise for the other leg.
1. Stand up straight.
2. Position your left arm behind your head.
3. Take hold of your left elbow with your right hand.
4. Gently pull your elbow to the right and at the same time, also
bend your upper body to the right in a straight line. Do not
bend your hips in the process.
5. Hold this position for approximately 15 to 20 seconds.
6. Repeat the exercise for the other side.
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