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Straight-leg toe touch
Any client or patient with a history of herniated discs or nerve pain that runs down the back of the leg should avoid this stretch. In addition, clients with poor flexibility may attempt to hyperextend the knees during this stretch, which may place high stress on the ligaments of the knee. [ID: standing_toe_touch]
Instructions
Video: demo of Standing toe touch, youtube link
First time: Hold each stretch for 10 seconds or more
Steps:
- Bend at your hip, rounding your back and reach for your toes
Remember: Breath. Relax. Don't bounce or force anything.
Little help
Video: demo of Standing toe touch, www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xvr5N_Xf6QM
Image source: NASM, nasm.org