From Mandi, Age 17 - 07/08/04 - IP#: 208.243.85.xxx  Click here to reply  
i really hate posting this much..but its for a good cause..be patient guys..im only going to post day 2 and stretching then i'll stop i promise! Here is the upper body stretches: Bicep and Shoulder Stretch - Starting Position- Begin this stretch in a standing position with your feet approximately shoulder width apart. Clasp your hands together behind your back.Action - Roll your chest out and raise your arms up towards the ceiling. Hold and then relax. Repeat twice, holding each stretch approximately 12 to 15 seconds Lower Shoulder Stretch - Bring one arm directly across your body and hold it tight with the opposite arm. Pull the opposite arm to your body, hold for approximately 12 to 15 seconds and relax. Repeat this stretch twice for each arm, alternating between arms.Tricep stretch - Starting PositionBegin this stretch by standing with both feet shoulder width apart and one arm extended above your head.ActionBend the extended arm so that you are reaching down the center of your back with your hand. Hold that arm down at the elbow with your other hand. Hold for 12 seconds and switch arms. Alternate arms, repeating twice for each arm.Neck Stretch - Starting PositionBegin in a seated position with your legs crossed or in the butterfly position.ActionBring your left ear down towards your left shoulder and hold. Roll your head down towards the ground and bring your chin to your chest. Hold and finally, roll your head to the right and bring that ear to your right shoulder. Inhale and exhale in a slow and controlled manner. Repeat twice.Special InstructionsFor a deeper stretch, extend the opposite arm down towards the ground and hold. You should be relaxing your neck muscles and using the weight of your head for this stretch. Do not attempt to force your head lower with your neck muscles or your hands. Stop immediately if you feel any discomfort.