STRETCH: 7 daily movements to set your body free

The book "STRETCH" emphasizes the importance of mobility and flexibility for daily life, as sitting in chairs can lead to muscle and joint tightness. The book suggests a daily program of seven simple stretches (with three variations of each) that can be done throughout the working day, making it easier to combat the aches and pains of working from home. The author, professional movement coach Roger Frampton, believes that flexibility and mobility should be treated like brushing teeth, done daily on waking up and before sleep. The program combines light bodyweight exercises, gentle twists, and elongating stretches to help improve overall wellbeing and fight the negative effects of a sedentary lifestyle.

\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 144 pages
\n Publication date: 20 July 2021
\n Publisher: Pavilion Books
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Ever wake up in the morning with aches and pains? Does your job keep you hunched over a desk for hours a day? Perhaps you are a runner with a good level of fitness but can barely touch your toes? If the answer is yes – its time to STRETCH! There has been a lot of emphasis from both public health campaigns and the wellness industry on getting people moving ‘more. We all now know that we are supposed to do 10,000 steps per day and many of us possess some sort of wearable tech to track how much distance we cover; however, how we move is still somewhat ignored. Due to the sedentary nature of modern life, the destiny for many is muscles and joints that slowly tighten over the years. All of a sudden you realise that you cant sit comfortably in a squat, touch your toes or get up from sitting on the floor without using your hands. In life, if we dont use the movement, we lose the movement. In STRETCH, professional movement coach Roger Frampton is here to tell you that flexibility and mobility should really be likened to brushing your teeth daily, on waking up and before you sleep. His TED Talk “Why Sitting Down Destroys You” has been viewed over 3 million times and his revolutionary approach to functional fitness emphasises the importance of conscious movement. Combining light bodyweight exercises, gentle twists and elongating stretches, STRETCH is a daily programme of seven essential movements (with three variations o.

The first step in the STRETCH program is to assess your current level of flexibility and mobility. This involves a series of simple tests that you can do at home, such as touching your toes, stretching your hamstrings and performing a seated piriformis stretch. Once you have assessed your level, you can begin the program with the first movement, the Standing Quad Stretch. This movement involves standing on one leg and stretching the other leg behind you, holding the stretch for 15-30 seconds. The next movement is the Seated Hip Flexor Stretch, which involves sitting on the floor with your legs out in front of you and stretching your hip flexors by bringing your knees towards your chest. The third movement is the Standing Hamstring Stretch, which involves standing on one leg and stretching the other leg behind you, holding the stretch for 15-30 seconds. The fourth movement is the Seated Piriformis Stretch, which involves sitting on the floor with your legs out in front of you and stretching your piriformis muscle by bringing your knee towards your chest. The fifth movement is the Standing Quadriceps Stretch, which involves standing on one leg and stretching the other leg behind you, holding the stretch for 15-30 seconds. The sixth movement is the Seated Hip Adductor Stretch, which involves sitting on the floor with your legs out in front of you and stretching your hip adductors by bringing your knees towards your chest. The seventh and final movement is the Standing Hamstring Curl, which involves standing on one leg and curling the other leg towards your chest, holding the stretch for 15-30 seconds.

The STRETCH program is designed to be done daily, with each movement being held for 15-30 seconds. It is important to start slowly and gradually increase the intensity of the movements as you become more flexible and mobile. It is also important to listen to your body and not push yourself too hard, as this can lead to injury.

In addition to the daily movements, the STRETCH program also includes a series of tips and advice on how to improve your flexibility and mobility. These include advice on posture, exercise, stretching and nutrition. By following these tips, you can further improve your overall health and well-being.

In conclusion, the STRETCH program is a simple and effective way to improve your flexibility and mobility. By following the daily movements and tips, you can combat the common aches and pains of working from home, improve your posture and reduce the risk of injury. So why not give it a try and see the difference for yourself?

\n Weight: 530g\n
Dimension: 165 x 228 x 22 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781911663881\n \n