Weslo Aerostep 600 English Manual - Page 9

INNER THIGH STRETCH Sit with the soles of your feet together and knees pointing ".= outward. Pull your feet as close into the groin area as possible. Hold for 15 counts, then relax. Repeat three times. Stretches: Quadriceps, hip muscles. TOE TOUCHES Standing with your knees bent slightly, slowly bend forward from the hips. Allow your back and shoulders to relax as you stretch down toward your toes. Go as far as you can and hold for 15 counts, then relax. Repeat three times. Stretches: Hamstrings, back of knees, back. QUADRICEPS STRETCH With one hand against a wall for balance, reach behind you and grasp your foot. Bring your heel as close to your buttocks as possible. Hold for 15 counts, then relax. Repeat three times for both legs. Stretches: Quadriceps, hip muscles. CALF/ACHILLES STRETCH With one leg in front of the other, and arms forward, lean against a wall. Keep your back leg straight and back foot flat on the floor. Bend your front leg and lean forward, moving your hips toward the wall. Hold for 15 counts, then repeat on the other side. To cause further stretching of the achilles tendons, bend back leg as well. Stretches: Calves, achilles tendons, and ankles. 9