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A guide to basic stretches
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Stretching safely
Calf stretch
Hamstring stretch
Quadriceps stretch
Hip flexor stretch
Iliotibial band stretch
Knee-to-chest stretch
Shoulder stretch
Shoulder stretch with towel
Neck stretch
Stretching safely
Calf stretch
Hamstring stretch
Quadriceps stretch
Hip flexor stretch
Iliotibial band stretch
Knee-to-chest stretch
Shoulder stretch
Shoulder stretch with towel
Neck stretch
Iliotibial band stretch
The iliotibial band (ITB) is a band of tissue that runs outside the hip, thigh and knee. To stretch the ITB:
- Stand near a wall or a piece of sturdy exercise equipment for support.
- Cross your left leg over your right leg at the ankle.
- Extend your left arm overhead, reaching toward your right side. You'll feel a stretch along your left hip.
- Hold for about 30 seconds.
- Switch sides and repeat.
