6 Stretches Everyone Who Sits at a Desk Should Be Doing

Published on May 31, 2016

If the previous stretch isn’t deep enough for you then try this variation. It’s perfect for doing on a bench after a run in the park.

Prop your left heel up on a surface that is a little lower than your hip such as a chair or bench. Flex your foot.
To increase the stretch bend forward toward your flexed foot, by creasing at your hips. Hold for 30 seconds and switch legs.

This basic stretch is perfect for targeting one leg at a time, and is great for those with really tight hamstrings.

Sit on the floor and straighten your left leg in front of you. Bend the right knee, placing the sole of your right foot against your left inner thigh.
Fold over your left leg, keeping your back straight. Hold for 30 seconds, then switch legs.

This stretch targets both hamstrings as well as the lower back.

Sit on the floor, extending both legs straight out in front of you, legs together.
Fold your torso over your thighs, gently rounding the back but keeping the legs straight. Hold here for 30 seconds and then sit up.

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Here’s a relaxing way to stretch one hamstring at a time.

Lie on your back. Raise your left leg as high as you can keeping your pelvis flat on the ground. Hold your lower thigh and encourage the leg to move toward your head. Flex your foot to stretch your calf too.
To deepen the stretch, place a yoga strap or towel on the ball of your foot and use your hands to pull the strap toward you. After 30 seconds, switch legs.

Via: popsugar

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