The Arms Apart Circular Toe Touch exercise is a dynamic stretch that targets the hamstrings, lower back, and shoulders. It involves bending forward to touch your toes in a circular motion while keeping your arms out to the sides.
How to perform
To perform the Arms Apart Circular Toe Touch exercise, follow these steps:1. Stand with your feet hip-width apart and arms extended out to the sides at shoulder height.
2. Engage your core muscles and keep your back straight throughout the exercise.
3. Slowly bend forward at the waist and reach your right hand towards your left foot in a circular motion.
4. As you reach your left foot, circle your hand up and over to the right foot, keeping your arms extended out to the sides.
5. Continue the circular motion, reaching your left hand towards your right foot, and then circle back to the starting position.
6. Repeat the circular toe touch motion for 10-12 repetitions, alternating sides with each repetition.
7. Remember to breathe deeply and slowly throughout the exercise to help relax the muscles.
This exercise can help improve flexibility in the hamstrings, lower back, and shoulders. It is important to listen to your body and only stretch to a comfortable range of motion. Stretching should never cause pain.
Equipment required
Body Weight
Body weight equipment includes items like resistance bands, stability balls, and suspension trainers. These tools are used for a wide range of exercises that focus on strength training, flexibility, balance, and stability. They are commonly used in bodyweight exercises that utilize the resistance of one's own body to build muscle and improve overall fitness.