Ironman Fitness 235r - Manual (Page 16)

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Warm Up Exercises
Wrist Extensor
Extend your right arm in front
of you with your palm up and
your elbow straight. Point
your fingertips toward the
floor by bending at the wrist.
Using your left hand, pull the
back of your right hand to-
ward you gently. Hold for 20
seconds; repeat three to five
times with each arm.
Triceps Stretch
Place your right hand behind
your head, palm facing your
head. With your left hand,
grasp your right elbow and
pull downward until you feel
a stretch in the back of your
right arm. Hold for 20 sec-
onds; repeat three to five
times with each arm.
Piriformis Stretch
Lie on your back. Bend your
right knee and lift it halfway
to your chest. Grasp your
knee with your left hand and
pull it toward your left shoul-
der, keeping both buttocks
against the floor. Hold for 20
seconds; repeat three to five
times with each leg.
Groin (Adductors) Stretch
Sitting with your back
straight, bring the soles of
your feet together. Let your
knees lower toward the floor.
Hold for 30-60 seconds or
until muscles feel looser.
One-Arm Pectoralis Stretch
Stand against an immobile
structure like a wall or a tree.
While facing the wall, raise
your right hand out to your
side at chest height, palm
against the wall. Turn your
body toward the left, away
from the wall and your ex-
tended arm, until you feel a
stretch. Hold for 20 seconds;
repeat three to five times with
each arm.
WARNING! Before beginning this or any exercise program, you should consult your physician.
This is especially important for individuals over the age of 35 or individuals with pre-existing
health problems.
Wrist Flexor
Extend your right arm in front
of you, palm down, elbow
straight. Point your fingertips
toward the floor by bending
at the wrist. Using your left
hand, pull your right palm to-
ward you gently. Hold for 20
seconds; repeat three to five
times with each arm.