How Do You Do Gymnastic Standing Stretches?
Stretching before gymnastics not only improves muscle elasticity but also lessens the chance of injury. Do these basic gymnastic stretches before a workout, to relax tightened muscles and after a workout, to cool down. All of the following gymnastics exercises begin in the standing position. Stand erect with shoulders back, chin up and arms at sides. Slowly lift your right arm up while dropping the forearm back. The elbow should remain level with ear. Use your left arm to grab the right elbow, pulling it back. Hold for ten seconds. Continue the standing position. Lower your head so that the chin touches the chest. Put both hands behind your neck with fingers intertwined. Push elbows back and forward. Repeat five times. Place your hands on top of your knees. Allow the head to move back so that your chin points toward the ceiling. Rotate the head slowly while keeping your shoulders down. Make ten rotations. Bend your knees and move your torso slightly forward from the hips. Allow your he
