Healthrider HREL05983 User Manual

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SUGGESTED STRETCHES

The correct form for several basic stretches is shown at the

right. Move slowly as you stretch—never bounce.

1. Toe Touch Stretch

Stand with your knees bent slightly and slowly bend forward

from your hips. Allow your back and shoulders to relax as you

reach down toward your toes as far as possible. Hold for 15

counts, then relax. Repeat 3 times. Stretches: Hamstrings,

back of knees and back.

2. Hamstring Stretch

Sit with one leg extended. Bring the sole of the opposite foot

toward you and rest it against the inner thigh of your extended

leg. Reach toward your toes as far as possible. Hold for 15

counts, then relax. Repeat 3 times for each leg. Stretches:

Hamstrings, lower back and groin.

3. Calf/Achilles Stretch

With one leg in front of the other, reach forward and place

your hands against a wall. Keep your back leg straight and

your back foot flat on the floor. Bend your front leg, lean for-

ward and move your hips toward the wall. Hold for 15 counts,

then relax. Repeat 3 times for each leg. To cause further

stretching of the achilles tendons, bend your back leg as well.

Stretches: Calves, achilles tendons and ankles.

4. Quadriceps Stretch

With one hand against a wall for balance, reach back and

grasp one foot with your other hand. Bring your heel as close

to your buttocks as possible. Hold for 15 counts, then relax.

Repeat 3 times for each leg. Stretches: Quadriceps and hip

muscles.

5. Inner Thigh Stretch

Sit with the soles of your feet together and your knees out-

ward. Pull your feet toward your groin area as far as possible.

Hold for 15 counts, then relax. Repeat 3 times. Stretches:

Quadriceps and hip muscles.