Great basketball players are powerful and strong, which makes them capable of going to the basket with ease. Another great quality that sets them from the rest is their capability to move in any direction.
Stretching exercises aids in increasing their range of motion of joints and in improving flexibility. As you stretch, each movement must be slow and intensive. It is ideal not to force a stretch or bounce during stretching. Here are some stretches from the Chiropractors at Achieve Wellness.
Hamstring Stretches
Hamstring muscles are located at the upper back of your legs. To stretch this muscle group, sit on the ground with legs crossed. Gently straighten your left leg with toes pointing up. Your right leg must be bent with the bottom right foot against your left leg’s inner part. Slowly lean forward from your hips until you begin to feel your hamstring stretching. Hold this stretch for 20 seconds. Afterward, switch legs and do the whole stretching.
Back Stretches
The back muscles are also important so you can move properly.
To stretch your back, lie on the floor on your back with legs flat. Hold your right knee and gently raise it towards your chest, making sure the other leg is straight. Lower the leg slowly and repeat the exercise with the left leg.
Calf Stretches
To stretch your calf muscles, stand next to a wall with forearms leaning against it and feet flat on the floor. Slowly move your forehead on the back part of your hands while they are on the wall. Bend the left knee and bring it to the wall. Remember to keep the right leg straight. Begin to move your hips forward. Feel your calf muscle stretch. Hold this for 20 seconds. Slowly rise to a standing position and repeat with the other leg.
Groin Stretches
Stretching the groin can help in preventing possible painful strains.
To stretch the groin, sit on the floor with your feet together. Slowly push both your legs on the ground and feel the groin stretch.
Shoulder Stretches
To stretch your shoulder, place your right hand on your left shoulder. Place your left hand on your right elbow and slowly pull the right elbow going to the left shoulder. Hold this for about 20 seconds. Switch hands and then repeat.
Arms Stretches
You may want to loosen your arms up. This isn’t really a stretching exercise like the others; however, you just have to circle your arms in both directions so they will loosen up and warm the muscles. You can also scissor your arms in front of your body.
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