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Stretch It: Lying Ab Stretch
After an intense core strengthening session with your trainer, your abs are so sensitive, it can even hurt to laugh. So here's a relaxing stretch you can do to lengthen your abdominal muscles, and relieve tension in your middle.
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Stretch It: Extended Puppy
Take a break to stretch your spine and shoulders with this relaxing stretch. Not only does it make your spine feel longer and your shoulders more open, but relaxing your head to the floor also helps relieve stress and tension.
This stretch looks a little sexier than others I've posted, so maybe do this one when you have a little privacy.
Hit the Hay: Cobra
Stretching in bed relaxes your body before going to sleep, and it can also be a great way to gently wake up in the morning. This gentle stretch will lengthen the muscles in your abs, chest, and neck, and it'll also increase flexibility in your spine.
To find out how to do this stretch, hop in bed and read more
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Stretch It: Abs
We spend a lot of time working towards that coveted six pack, but we often forget to stretch our ab muscles after working them.
So here is a simple stretch that not only does wonders for stretching out your abs but also feels great — it also happens to be my favorite stretch:
- Lie face down on the floor, preferably on a mat.
- Position hands on floor to sides of shoulders.
Get on the Ball: Plank to Pike
Figuring out how to work an exercise ball into your workout is totally worth it! The ball can transform basic exercise into a super challenging more effective move – crunches on the ball are a perfect example. One of my favorite ball exercise is the Plank to Pike move (or in Pilates we call it "Up Stretch" like the Reformer exercise).
Road Tripping Moves For T-Day Travel
Considered the most travel saturated holiday in the US, many of us will be taking to the road or to the skies to see our family and friends this Thanksgiving. If you're flying try these stretches to keep yourself sane on the plane. And if you're driving I have a few moves to keep your body awake and make good use of your time stuck in traffic.
Couch Time: Stretch For Your Back and Abs
Sick of just sitting on the couch? Looking to increase flexibility in your spine? Then try this move the next time you find yourself becoming one with your couch.
No Equipment Necessary: Tabletop Lift
Tabletop may look easy (shown in the photo on the left), but once you hold it for a while, you'll feel your thighs, booty, and triceps burning. It's also a great exercise that will open your shoulders and chest. Here's a variation that will strengthen your core and increase flexibility in your lower back and hamstrings.
What is your FAVORITE exercise?
We all have exercises we do every time we workout - what is yours?
What is your FAVORITE exercise?
Sit ups - Abdominal work makes me feel like I am working IT
Bicep curls - Bring me Madonna's arms on a platter
Hamstring curls - Got to balance the legs
Push ups - I am GI Jane
Stretching - In a past life I think I was a cat
The lat pull down - Even though I can't see my back I want it toned!
Pilates Video: Single Leg Stretch
Here is one of my favorite Pilates abdominal exercises. It is called the Single Leg Stretch and it is just lovely.
Fit's tip: Keep your deep abdominals engaged throughout the entire exercise by pulling your navel to your spine.
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