Work Out of the Week (WOW)
Welcome to your WOW! A WOW is a short workout such as a tabata, strength training, stretching or stress management exercises that you can do in just a few minutes in your office or over your lunch hour. WOWs are a great way for you to stay on top of your exercise or emotional wellness program. Every week a new WOW will be added to keep you on your toes and excited!! So check back often to maximize your wellness program.
Straight Legged Deadlift
Standing Figure 4 Stretch
Happy New Year and welcome to 2024! I hope this New Year brings you happiness, joy, and success in all areas of your life.
This month’s WOW’s will focus on stretching out your leg muscles. Sitting can cause the lower back, hips, and lower legs to become tight, so make sure you take frequent stretch breaks to loosen your muscles. We also have Katie Hoag, Associate Medical Group Administrator, to help demonstrate this month’s exercises.
Exercise: Standing figure 4 stretch.
How to perform: Stand up tall and place your left ankle on your right knee. Then, you can slightly bend your right knee and push your hip back to feel a deep stretch and opening in your left hip. Suck in your stomach and maintain an upright spine. Hand onto a wall or chair for support if needed.
Duration: Hold for 30 seconds and repeat on both sides.
Standing Figure 4 Stretch Flyer
Standing Calf Stretch
Happy New Year and welcome to 2024! I hope this New Year brings you happiness, joy, and success in all areas of your life.
This month’s WOW’s will focus on stretching out your leg muscles. Sitting can cause the lower back, hips, and lower legs to become tight, so make sure you take frequent stretch breaks to loosen your muscles. We also have Katie Hoag, Associate Medical Group Administrator, to help demonstrate this month’s exercises.
Exercise: Standing calf stretch.
How to perform: Place your right foot in front and your left foot behind you. Keep both toes facing the same direction and bend your front knee while keeping the back leg locked. Gently lean forward to feel a deep stretch in your left calf. Maintain an upright spine and look straight ahead.
Duration: Hold for 30 seconds and repeat on both sides.
Quadricep Stretch
Happy New Year and welcome to 2024! I hope this New Year brings you happiness, joy, and success in all areas of your life.
This month’s WOW’s will focus on stretching out your leg muscles. Sitting can cause the lower back, hips, and lower legs to become tight, so make sure you take frequent stretch breaks to loosen your muscles. We also have Katie Hoag, Associate Medical Group Administrator, to help demonstrate this month’s exercises.
Exercise: Quadricep stretch.
How to perform: Stand up tall and grab your left foot with your left hand. Pull the foot up and maintain balance by locking out your right knee and keeping your chest lifted. A modification can be to hold onto a wall for balance and support. You should feel a deep stretch on the front side of your thigh.
Duration: Hold for 30 seconds and repeat on both sides.