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Stretch It: Quads, Five Ways
I love stretching my legs and especially my quads. It's a must-do move after hiking, cycling, running, stair-stepping, or any other activity that gives your thighs a workout. Thankfully, I've found plenty of ways to stretch my quadricep muscles, and all of them feel great.
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Stretch It: Lying Side Quad Stretch
If you're a runner, biker, hiker, or on a team sport, stretching your quads is essential. You've probably stretched your quads while standing and balancing on one foot, so here's a relaxing variation you can do on the floor or a mat.
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Stretch It: Easy Quad Stretch
I think the quads are the most over worked muscles in our bodies and they sure do get tight. This standing quad stretch is one of my favorite stretches because you can do it anywhere (I often do it when I am waiting for the elevator when no one is around). In fact I often refer to it as a "portable stretch" since you need no props to do it and you don't have to get on the ground.
Hit the Hay: Lying Side Quad Stretch
If you enjoy stretching in bed before going to sleep, here's another one to add to your routine. This relaxing stretch will target your quads, hip flexor, and shoulders.
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Treadmill Stretch: Leaning Quad
As I've said before, I love to do a few stretches on the treadmill after a run. If you feel funny about it, you can always do this stretch while leaning on a chair. This will open your quads, your hip flexors, and your shoulders.
Stretch It: Kneeling Quad Stretch Against a Wall
With all the running, biking, and hiking you're doing in this warm weather, stretching out your legs is a must. Here's a great way to target your quads using a wall. I love it because it gives the muscles in the front of your middle thigh, right above your knee, an intensely deep stretch.
Maximize Your Quad Stretch
David Beckham can make a common quad stretch look sexy. The Pilates instructor in me, however, take issue with his form. His stretching form, that is.
Stretch It: Quads
A stretch that's an oldie (but a goodie) is the standing quadriceps stretch. You definitely did it in middle school and you'll always see runners doing it after a run, but here is a refresher to make sure you're getting the most out of your stretch.
Here's how you do it: Stand upright on one foot.
Chef Workout: Quad Stretch
While spending time in the kitchen, why not take a break in between stirring your sautéed veggies and washing dishes? I love stretching in the kitchen and here's a move that will target your upper thighs and shoulders.
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Strike a Yoga Pose: Frog
The yoga pose known as Half Frog allows you to stretch your quads individually, and since I'm a runner and biker, it's one of my favorite stretches. If you like that pose, you should try the more challenging Frog pose that stretches both quads simultaneously. Not only will this pose stretch out the front of your thighs, but it will also give you a nice stretch in your chest and shoulders.
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