Healthy Back From Stretching!
A health back is essential in our daily lives. Most of us will have back pain. Preventive care as in stretching can help tremendously! One of the best stretches to do on a daily basis is a hamstring stretch. The hamstrings attach into the pelvis which influences the back. Too tight of a hamstring pulls on the pelvis in a posterior way and creates pressure to our discs, ligaments, and muscles of the back. The best position to stretch the hamstrings is on your back with your knee to the chest. The other leg can be bent if you are really tight or in a straight position if you are more flexible. The knee is drawn to the chest and then straighten the leg up and pull the toes towards you. Hold the position for one minute X 3. Repeat on the other side X 3. Often I suggest a small towel roll in the small of the back for support as you stretch. Also remember to breathe deeply for extra relaxation