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Wall slide
Many people have a tight chest and shoulders. This stretch helps to ease those muscle groups
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Hamstring stretch
This Olympic athlete recommends you always do a hamstring stretch after any exercise
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Glutes stretch
It's important to stretch out your glutes after every workout. This will help to increase flexibility and prevent pain
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Seated forward bend
Do this stretch after every workout to improve flexibility and prevent injury
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Pigeon pose
This yoga stretch helps ease tight hips
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Spinal Trunk Rotation
This twist is great for relieving back tension and increasing flexibility
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Prayer stretch
Increase flexibility and circulation to your wrists with this stretch
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A gym bag for every workout style
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Fitness trend: Snowboarding
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Spine stretch
Relieve tension in the hips and shoulders with this stretch that improves alignment
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Wall squat
Squats are great for improve balance and flexibility. Doing this stretch against a wall will help ensure proper form
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Hamstring stretch with chair
This stretch is great to do after a brisk walk or run
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Chest stretch
Chest muscles can become tight from strength training. Give your shoulders better flexibility with this chest stretch
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Mermaid Stretch
Lengthen tight muscles with this mystical-sounding stretch
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