Basic Stretch Routine

Stretching in between workouts is an excellent way to protect your muscles and joints.  Here is a a basic stretch routine you can do as either a cool down post workout or in between workouts:

Reclined Leg Stretch Series each leg

   Upper leg extended toward ceiling, with back body on the ground for 6 breaths
   Upper leg extended toward ceiling with head & upper back curling up into a sit up for  3 breaths
   Upper leg out to the side with back body on the ground for 6 breaths
   Upper leg across body with back body on the ground for 3 breaths

Lower Body Thread the Needle each leg for 6 breaths

Happy Baby for 6 breaths     

Upper Body Thread the Needle each arm for 6 breaths

Downward Facing Dog for 12 breaths

Pigeon Pose each leg for 6 breaths

Revolved Side Angle for 3 breaths each side

Half Splits Twist (IT Band Stretch) for 3 breaths each side
   From a Low Lunge Position w/back leg down and front leg straight (in half splits) place
   same hand as back leg down on mat between legs (aside upper, inside straight shin) & twist
   over straight leg.

Frog Pose Variation for 3 breaths each leg

Downward Facing Dog for 12 breaths

Standing Forward Bend for 12 breaths

Standing Forward Bend for 12 breaths
   Forward Fold Center/Right/Left
   Twist Right/Left
   Switch which leg is in front of crossed legs
   Forward Fold Center/Right/Left
   Twist Right/Left

Simple Heros Pose with Eagle Arms 6 breaths each arm   
   Right Under Left Arm, Pull Elbows up and hands out
   Left Under Right Arm, Pull Elbows up and hands out

Childs Pose for 12 breaths