I can't reach behind to grab my foot due to 4 artificial joints but I CAN use a chair to prop it up so I CAN grab it or lean into it for the stretch.
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Like a few other commenters, I can't grab my foot to do the quad stretch. I couldn't even when I was active duty Army and much more fit! I use my bed, a park bench arm or my car bumper to put my toe on (with a nearby table, workout partner, etc for balance), then do a shallow one leg squat until I have a stretch. Warning: using too tall of furniture may get you hung up which can lead to a fall, so carefully experiment until you find some things that are the right height.
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For those like me who have balance/mobility issues: On the first stretch, use a stool or chair to support your leg, rather than trying to grab your foot (I never could, even when skinny) and hold on to a chair, table, or wall for balance. For the second, hold on to a chair, table, or wall and only bend forward as far as you're comfortable. Same for the last stretch. If you do these stretches a few times a week, gradually your balance and flexibility will improve -- that's my target!
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Everything in moderation. Some of the exercises are good for me and some I won't be able to do because of former back surgery. Will be looking at other options for those exercises. This website is just to rich in resources.
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Not a good workout for someone like me who is extremely obese, has a leg injury, and balance problems. You do have to be in good shape to do this. I was not able to do any of these exercises, unfortunately.
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KATHY1362015
Great short stretching routine! I will try to incorporate these stretches into my everyday routine. Thanks SparkPeople.
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