Toe Lift Toe Touches

Superficial Back LinePosterior ChainLower BodyHipHip FlexibilityLumbar FlexibilityKnee Flexibility
Written By David Song

TOE LIFT TOE TOUCHES

This exercises uses principles of joint irradiation to increase posterior chain mobility. Place a yoga block or stepper under the balls of your toes. This is used to stretch our your posterior chain (superficial back lines). Place another yoga block or foam roller between your thighs and squeeze it tightly to increase joint centration. Then reach for your toes and hold for 5-7 seconds before coming back up.

Structures Involved:

  • Hamstrings

  • Calves

  • Erector Spinae

  • Posterior Chain (Superficial Back Line)

Related Conditions:

  • Non-specific Low Back Pain

  • Sacroiliac Joint Syndrome

  • Hamstrings Tightness / Tension

  • Calves Tightness / Tension

Required Exercise Equipment:

Yoga Block - Click to Buy

Yoga Block - Click to Buy

 

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