Tailor Stretching

This exercise stretches the back, hamstrings, and arms. Sit with your back straight, legs about 12 inches (30 centimeters) apart, and feet relaxed outward. Sit on the floor with your back straight, legs about 12 inches apart, and feet relaxed outward. Stretch your hands forward toward your left foot, then sit up…

Tailor Stretching

Tailor-stretching exercise

This exercise stretches the back, hamstrings, and arms. Sit with your back straight, legs about 12 inches (30 centimeters) apart, and feet relaxed outward.

  • Sit on the floor with your back straight, legs about 12 inches apart, and feet relaxed outward.
  • Stretch your hands forward toward your left foot, then sit up.
  • Stretch your hands straight forward, then sit up.
  • Stretch your hands forward toward your right foot, then sit up.
  • Hold each stretch for 15 to 30 seconds.
  • Repeat 2 to 4 times.

Current as ofMay 29, 2019

Author: Healthwise Staff
Kathleen Romito, MD – Family Medicine
Adam Husney, MD – Family Medicine

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