Standing Toe Touch to Hands Up Warmup Stretch
Full-body dynamic pattern that lengthens the hamstrings and opens the shoulders.
LegsBeginnerMobilityStretch
At a glance
| Muscles worked | Primary: hamstrings. Secondary: shoulders, core |
|---|---|
| Muscle group | Legs |
| Difficulty | Beginner |
| Type | Mobility · Stretch |
| Sets & reps | 30 seconds |
| Estimated calories burned | ~14 kcal |
| Equipment | None needed |
How to do it
- Stand tall with feet hip-width apart.
- Hinge and reach toward the toes, then rise and reach the arms overhead.
- Move in a smooth, continuous rhythm.
- Keep the core lightly engaged.
- Continue for the desired duration.
Coaching tips
Benefits
Full-body dynamic pattern that lengthens the hamstrings and opens the shoulders.
Common mistakes
Avoid bouncing or rounding the spine aggressively.
Make it harder
Increase the depth of the toe touch gradually.
Make it easier
Keep a soft bend in the knees.
Breathing
Exhale as you fold, inhale as you reach up.
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