{"id":22391,"date":"2021-05-10T21:38:01","date_gmt":"2021-05-10T21:38:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=22391"},"modified":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","slug":"static-stretching","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/static-stretching\/","title":{"rendered":"Static Stretching: The Ultimate Post-Workout Routine"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/static-stretching\/#What_Is_Static_Stretching\" >What Is Static Stretching?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/static-stretching\/#What_Are_The_Benefits_Of_Static_Stretching\" >What Are The Benefits Of Static Stretching?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/static-stretching\/#Improved_Flexibility\" >Improved Flexibility<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/static-stretching\/#Reduced_Pain_And_Stiffness\" >Reduced Pain And Stiffness<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/static-stretching\/#Therapeutic_Effects_Of_Decreased_Stress\" >Therapeutic Effects Of Decreased Stress<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/static-stretching\/#Increased_Performance\" >Increased Performance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/static-stretching\/#Increased_Blood_Flow_Minimizing_Muscle_Soreness\" >Increased Blood Flow, Minimizing Muscle Soreness<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/static-stretching\/#Reduced_Tension_Headaches\" >Reduced Tension Headaches<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/static-stretching\/#Static_Stretches_Can_Help_With_Arthritic_Pain\" >Static Stretches Can Help With Arthritic Pain<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/static-stretching\/#What_Is_The_Difference_Between_Static_And_Dynamic_Stretching\" >What Is The Difference Between Static And Dynamic Stretching?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/static-stretching\/#Static_Stretching_Examples_For_Post-Workout\" >Static Stretching Examples For Post-Workout<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/static-stretching\/#Overhead_Triceps_Stretch\" >Overhead Triceps Stretch<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/static-stretching\/#Head-To-Knee_Forward_Bend\" >Head-To-Knee Forward Bend<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/static-stretching\/#Biceps_Stretch\" >Biceps Stretch<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/static-stretching\/#Cobra_Pose\" >Cobra Pose<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/static-stretching\/#Seated_Butterfly_Stretch\" >Seated Butterfly Stretch<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/static-stretching\/#Quadriceps_Stretch\" >Quadriceps Stretch<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/static-stretching\/#Posterior_Capsule_Stretch\" >Posterior Capsule Stretch<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/static-stretching\/#Hip_Flexor_Stretch\" >Hip Flexor Stretch<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/static-stretching\/#Chest_Stretch\" >Chest Stretch<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/static-stretching\/#Glute_Stretch\" >Glute Stretch<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/static-stretching\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s face it. Most of us tend to ignore stretches, both pre and post-workout. As much as it looks okay to just jump straight into that exercise and get it over with, it\u2019s not. Stretching before and after a workout routine goes a long way to ensure your muscle and joint safety. Now, what does static stretching mean?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Static stretching is a classic post-workout routine that is largely famed for its effectiveness in relaxing your muscles. Primarily, your muscles are extended and held in a single position for a while during these routines. The only question left is, \u201cwhy is static stretching good as a post-workout routine?\u201d Keep reading to find out.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;&lt;a href=&quot;&quot;LINK&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;video autoplay=&quot;autoplay&quot; loop=&quot;loop&quot; muted=&quot;muted&quot; playsinline=&quot;playsinline&quot; width=&quot;777&quot;&gt;&lt;source src=&quot;&quot;https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4&quot;&quot; type=&quot;video\/mp4&quot; \/&gt;&lt;\/video&gt;&lt;\/a&gt;&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:805,&quot;3&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:0},&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:[{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0}},{&quot;1&quot;:0,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;3&quot;:3},{&quot;1&quot;:1,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;4&quot;:1}]},&quot;8&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:[{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0}},{&quot;1&quot;:0,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;3&quot;:3},{&quot;1&quot;:1,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;4&quot;:1}]},&quot;11&quot;:3,&quot;12&quot;:0}\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Static_Stretching\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_Static_Stretching\"><\/span><strong>What Is Static Stretching?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The beauty of static stretches is that we do them, even without noticing. When you wake up after a good nap or a long car ride, you sprawl out and stretch. It feels good, right? Well, they are static stretches.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So how can we define static stretching? Simply put, it is when you hold your stretching position for a certain amount of time, most commonly 30-60 seconds. Essentially, static stretches elongate a specific muscle group which improves their flexibility and mobility.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There has been a lot of controversy surrounding the effectiveness and usefulness of static stretching. Some research has suggested that static stretches can modestly impede performance in the short term. It has also been proven that static stretching results in no decrease in long-term performance. For this reason, static stretching is most effective as a post-exercise cool-down routine.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stretching of any kind, whether static or dynamic, is not only for athletes or gym-goers, and you should make a habit of stretching to protect the integrity of your muscles, tendons, ligaments, and fascia. So, what are some of the benefits of static stretching exercises? We find out in the next section.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/beginner-stretches\/\">Beginner Stretches To Level Up Your Stretching Game<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_The_Benefits_Of_Static_Stretching\"><\/span><strong>What Are The Benefits Of Static Stretching?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here\u2019s a list of some of the incredible benefits you\u2019ll get from including static stretches in your post-workout routine.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Improved_Flexibility\"><\/span><strong>Improved Flexibility<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your muscles are already warmed up at the end of your workout. Stretching at this time helps increase your range of motion in the joint or muscle of your choice (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/28182516\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Range of motion is just a fancy way of saying how far your joint or muscle can move in a specific direction.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This creates a domino effect of ease of movement and your daily tasks eventually become easier to handle. So regardless of your age, strengthening and stretching your muscles is always a good thing to do.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reduced_Pain_And_Stiffness\"><\/span><strong>Reduced Pain And Stiffness<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sometimes your muscles become tense or tight after a workout session. This is a normal physiological process related to muscular adaptation and the short-term muscular waste products that are produced during physical activity. Studies have found that static stretching is effective for relieving stiffness in tight muscles (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/29286882\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stretching will reduce post-workout pains in your muscles and joints and make your everyday tasks simpler and easier.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Therapeutic_Effects_Of_Decreased_Stress\"><\/span><strong>Therapeutic Effects Of Decreased Stress<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stretching can be great for calming your mind. As a result, it may significantly reduce your stress levels. You should take your time when stretching and not rush through it. Use the time when you\u2019re stretching for relaxation and meditation and make it your \u201cme time\u201d.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can also include good breathing techniques to get the full benefits. Inhale before going into the stretch, and exhale when coming out of the stretch. Afterward, maintain a stable breathing rate. Do this in your static stretching exercise and experience a calm and relaxed mind.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Static_Stretching\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-56895 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/4000-Calories-A-Day-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Static Stretching\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/4000-Calories-A-Day.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/4000-Calories-A-Day-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/4000-Calories-A-Day.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/4000-Calories-A-Day-1636x920.png 1636w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Increased_Performance\"><\/span><strong>Increased Performance<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Static stretches can improve your <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/why-does-stretching-feel-good\/\">muscle\u2019s flexibility<\/a>. Flexible muscles are more agile, are faster, and are stronger (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/28182516\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). These attributes ultimately improve your performance any time you work out or play a sport.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A study in 2018 showed that blood circulation is greatly enhanced in animals after stretching (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/29623692\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Stretching improves blood circulation, but how is it related to reduced muscle soreness?<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Increased_Blood_Flow_Minimizing_Muscle_Soreness\"><\/span><strong>Increased Blood Flow, Minimizing Muscle Soreness<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Soreness after an engaging workout is not uncommon. Most people experience this regularly. Stretching after working out can help reduce muscle soreness.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Simple answer: Blood transports nutrients to your muscles that repair them by speeding up the clearance of physiological byproducts that cause soreness. Therefore, better blood circulation equals faster muscle repair and shorter recovery periods (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/29623692\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). <\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reduced_Tension_Headaches\"><\/span><strong>Reduced Tension Headaches<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tension headaches can be a real nuisance. They are something you don\u2019t want at any time, but especially after that intense workout session. When you add conscious breathing to your static stretches, this can help alleviate tension headaches.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember, the key is in slow, steady, and relaxing breathing patterns when you stretch. This will calm you down and release the stress that causes your headaches.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Static_Stretches_Can_Help_With_Arthritic_Pain\"><\/span><strong>Static Stretches Can Help With Arthritic Pain<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Too much inactivity can make your muscles tighten and lose their flexibility over time. This may result in aches and pains in the muscles and tissues surrounding the joints. Also, as you age, your joints can develop arthritis that causes pain and makes daily activities such as walking difficult.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Static stretches help relax and loosen your joints, which will ultimately make movement easier (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/29286882\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). If you\u2019re having problems stretching, try using bands, towels, or equipment that will make the process easier and safer. They decrease the necessary range of motion to perform a stretch with proper form, and improve stability during stretching. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>If you\u2019ve mustered up the courage to crush your weight loss goal, let Betterme take the sting out of this demanding process. <a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Static_Stretching\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Our app will help you<\/a> restructure your habits, remold your life and crank up your fitness results!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Static_Stretching\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-56956 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Stomach-Sticks-Out-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Static Stretching\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Stomach-Sticks-Out.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Stomach-Sticks-Out-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Stomach-Sticks-Out.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Stomach-Sticks-Out-1636x920.png 1636w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_The_Difference_Between_Static_And_Dynamic_Stretching\"><\/span><strong>What Is The Difference Between Static And Dynamic Stretching?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Static vs <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/dynamic-stretching\/\">dynamic stretching<\/a>: which is better? In practical terms, this is not a fair comparison between the two forms of stretches. Each is meant to be utilized at different points of your workout routine, which makes both of them equally valuable.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So what differentiates the two? Why is one form best suited as a pre-workout routine and the other a post-workout routine? Let\u2019s find out.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Static stretching ideally involves holding one position without moving to stretch your muscles. Your muscles are generally relaxed and elongated during this period. Research has suggested a variety of hold durations to be effective, but it is generally agreed that hold times of 30 seconds to a minute per stretch will yield positive effects.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dynamic stretching is a little different. Your body is continuously engaged in active movements that are slow and controlled. This is what makes them the ideal pre-workout routine as your muscles are warmed up during the movements.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With this information, you now know when to do static stretching and when to do dynamic stretching. So it never should be a question of which variant is better. The question should be: At what point of your exercise can you get the full benefits of each exercise?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Below are some examples of static stretching exercises that will improve your post-workout routines.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-stretching\/\">Benefits Of Stretching: Here\u2019s Why You Should Incorporate That Extra Feel-Good Time Into Your Daily Life<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Static_Stretching_Examples_For_Post-Workout\"><\/span><strong>Static Stretching Examples For Post-Workout<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Try these static stretches in your next post-workout routine to work on each of your major muscle groups:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Overhead_Triceps_Stretch\"><\/span><strong>Overhead Triceps Stretch<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Standing with your feet hip-width apart, roll your shoulder back and down to ease any tension.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Extend your right arm toward the ceiling and while bending your elbow to bring your right palm down. This movement should be toward the center of your back.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Next, bring your left hand up. This should initiate a downward pull to your right elbow.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maintain this stretch for 30 seconds to a minute and switch to the other arm. Do 3 reps on each side before trying to go deeper.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Head-To-Knee_Forward_Bend\"><\/span><strong>Head-To-Knee Forward Bend<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Find a comfortable flat surface and sit on it.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Extending your left leg in front of you, place the sole of your right foot inside your left thigh.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Breathe in and lift your arms overhead.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lengthen your spine as you exhale, then hinge forward at your hips.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rest your hands on either your legs, foot, or the floor.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remain in this position for 30 seconds to a minute.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repeat this procedure for the other side.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This stretch primarily targets your hamstrings.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Biceps_Stretch\"><\/span><strong>Biceps Stretch<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Standing upright, put your arms behind your back, interlacing your hands at the base of your spine.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Straighten your arms, then turn your hands, ensuring your palms face downward.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Raise both arms as high as you can without leaning your trunk forward. Make sure you feel some stretch in your shoulders and biceps.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold this stretch for 30 seconds to a minute.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cobra_Pose\"><\/span><strong>Cobra Pose<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lying on your stomach, place your hands directly under your shoulders with your fingers facing forward.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While pressing into your hands and squeezing your elbows into your torso, lift your head, chest, and shoulders.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keeping your elbows slightly bent, allow your head to drop back. This deepens the pose.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maintain this position for 30-60 seconds. Repeat 1-2 times.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Static_Stretching\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-57375 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/20-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Static Stretching\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/20.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/20-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/20.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/20-1636x920.png 1636w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Seated_Butterfly_Stretch\"><\/span><strong>Seated Butterfly Stretch<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sit on the floor while keeping your back straight and abs engaged.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Put the soles of your feet together in front of you, then allow your knees to bend out to the side.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Place your hands on your feet, then pull your heels toward you. This action should allow your knees to relax as they move closer to the floor.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inhale and hold this position for 30 seconds to a minute.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Quadriceps_Stretch\"><\/span><strong>Quadriceps Stretch<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold one ankle using your hand from the same side. Make sure your stomach muscles are tightened to prevent your back from arching.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bend your knee while you extend your thigh backward.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bring your ankle up toward your butt. Your knee should always be aligned to your hip. It shouldn\u2019t be angled inward or outward to your body.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold for 30 seconds to a minute, then switch legs.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This should trigger a stretch in front of your thigh.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Posterior_Capsule_Stretch\"><\/span><strong>Posterior Capsule Stretch<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Relax your shoulders and bring one of your arms across your body at chest height or slightly lower.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use your other arm to hold the outstretched arm just above your elbow while gently pulling it toward your body.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold for 30 seconds to a minute.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repeat this for the other side.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Reasons why BetterMe is a safe bet: a wide range of calorie-blasting workouts, finger-licking recipes, 24\/7 support, challenges that\u2019ll keep you on your best game, and that just scratches the surface! <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Static_Stretching\">Start using our app<\/a> and watch the magic happen.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hip_Flexor_Stretch\"><\/span><strong>Hip Flexor Stretch<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start by placing one knee down with the opposite foot flat on the ground.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gently squeeze the glutes of your front leg while tucking your tailbone slightly forward.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gently push your pelvis forward without arching your back.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold for 30 seconds to a minute, then switch legs.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You should feel the stretch in the front of your back hip.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chest_Stretch\"><\/span><strong>Chest Stretch<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lie down with your chest on a flat surface.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make sure your elbow is in line with your shoulder or slightly higher while you extend one arm straight out to the side.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use your other arm to push your chest off the floor gently. This should make you feel the stretch of the extended arm in your chest.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold for 30 seconds to a minute.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repeat this stretch on the other side.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Glute_Stretch\"><\/span><strong>Glute Stretch<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get into a sitting position on the floor and extend one leg while crossing the opposite leg over.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Place the foot of your crossed leg on the outside of your extended leg.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pull your bent knee and thigh gently toward your chest while maintaining an upright spine.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold for 30 seconds to a minute.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repeat this stretch on both legs.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;&lt;a href=&quot;&quot;LINK&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;video autoplay=&quot;autoplay&quot; loop=&quot;loop&quot; muted=&quot;muted&quot; playsinline=&quot;playsinline&quot; width=&quot;777&quot;&gt;&lt;source src=&quot;&quot;https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-1.mp4&quot;&quot; type=&quot;video\/mp4&quot; \/&gt;&lt;\/video&gt;&lt;\/a&gt;&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:805,&quot;3&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:0},&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:[{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0}},{&quot;1&quot;:0,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;3&quot;:3},{&quot;1&quot;:1,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;4&quot;:1}]},&quot;8&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:[{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0}},{&quot;1&quot;:0,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;3&quot;:3},{&quot;1&quot;:1,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;4&quot;:1}]},&quot;11&quot;:3,&quot;12&quot;:0}\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Static_Stretching\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-1.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><b>Conclusion<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stretching is an important part of any physical activity that you should never downplay. If you spend your day in a relatively sedentary position, you shouldn\u2019t jump straight into exercises afterward. You will just expose yourself to unnecessary and avoidable muscle injuries.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stretching should therefore be incorporated before and after your exercise for maximum safety. Static stretching will specifically increase your muscle flexibility and ultimately improve your stability. To get the best results, strive to stretch at least twice a week. It doesn\u2019t matter whether it is static or dynamic; both are just as beneficial when done at the right time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><iframe title=\"BetterMe | Create Happiness now\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/xLxjdQ4DYdg?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Let\u2019s face it. Most of us tend to ignore stretches, both pre and post-workout. As much as it looks okay to just jump straight into that exercise and get it over with, it\u2019s not. Stretching before and after a workout routine goes a long way to ensure your muscle and joint safety. 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Most of us tend to ignore stretches, both pre and post-workout. As much as it looks okay to just jump straight into that exercise and get it over with, it\u2019s not. Stretching before and after a workout routine goes a long way to ensure your muscle and joint safety. Now, what does static stretching mean?<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Static stretching is a classic post-workout routine that is largely famed for its effectiveness in relaxing your muscles. Primarily, your muscles are extended and held in a single position for a while during these routines. The only question left is, \u201cwhy is static stretching good as a post-workout routine?\u201d Keep reading to find out.<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span data-sheets-root=\\\"1\\\" data-sheets-value=\\\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;[video-shortcode link=\\\\&quot;LINK TO QUIZ\\\\&quot; mp4=\\\\&quot;https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\\\\&quot;]&quot;}\\\" data-sheets-userformat=\\\"{&quot;2&quot;:805,&quot;3&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:0},&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:[{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0}},{&quot;1&quot;:0,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;3&quot;:3},{&quot;1&quot;:1,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;4&quot;:1}]},&quot;8&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:[{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0}},{&quot;1&quot;:0,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;3&quot;:3},{&quot;1&quot;:1,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;4&quot;:1}]},&quot;11&quot;:3,&quot;12&quot;:0}\\\"><\/span>\\r\\n<h2 style=\\\"text-align: center;\\\"><strong>What Is Static Stretching?<\/strong><\/h2>\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">The beauty of static stretches is that we do them, even without noticing. 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