We are excited to add this new feature to the blog. Each week will will add a new exercise to this lest each week. By the end of the year you will have an wealth of knowledge on 52 exercises. Think of the possibilities! in 3 years time you will be a virtual encyclopedia of exercises.

EXERCISE #1

KNEELING HIP FLEXOR STRETCH

The first exercise on the list we chose to help counteract the biggest issue facing us these days, sitting. We are either forced by our schooling or jobs or we simply choose to live a sedentary lifestyle. In this seated position we are literally putting a cast on our hips causing the muscles to tighten up and become much weaker. As we have discussed in philosophy posts, the danger when this occurs is that the lack of muscular efficiency causes changes to the natural alignment of the skeletal system. The Kneeling Hip Flexor stretch will help to keep the main muscle affected by sitting the Iliopsoas or Hip Flexor. 

To perform the exercise, start by on your knees and place one of your legs in front of the other. Make sure that your front knee does not go over your toes. Now in this position, squeeze your glutes on the side with your knee down and sink your pelvis towards the floor. Keep your back straight and your shoulders up tall. Place your hands on your hips. 

Hold this position for at least 30 seconds.