Before you get into your workout it’s important to warm up. Just 5 minutes of light activity is all you need. Things like:
Walking
Jogging on the spot
Pumping your arms
Shoulder rolls
Controlled punches
Circular ‘windmill’ arm movements in the air.
1. Stand with a wall or bench nearby for balance if needed.
2. Stand on your right leg and lift your left foot off the floor to ankle height, not touching the standing leg.
3. Balance on the right leg, looking straight ahead.
4. Repeat standing on the left leg, with the right foot off the floor.
Exercise notes:
To support your balance, lightly place your fingers on the wall or a bench for support.
To make this exercise more challenging, turn your head side to side while balancing.
Disclaimer: Use a stable support if you feel unsteady or have a history of falls.
After your workout, cool down by following any of the above activities, again for 5 minutes. This is also a great time to stretch your muscles holding each stretch for 20-30 seconds. Make sure you hold at a point where you can feel the stretch but you shouldn’t feel discomfort or pain. Don’t bounce through these, just slow steady movements.
Disclaimer: If you have been inactive for a while, have heart disease, or a close relative with heart disease or if you have other major health problems, or are pregnant, please check with your doctor before following these workouts.
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