- Sit on the ball and roll forward until you're at an incline.
- Straighten the legs and stretch your body back, arms over the head.
- Drape yourself over the ball, letting your head relax and your arms hang towards the floor.
- Relax and breathe, holding for 15-20 seconds.
Stretching and Flexibility Exercises
By Paige Waehner, About.com
Updated May 19, 2009
About.com Health's Disease and Condition content is reviewed by our Medical Review Board
After a workout, there's nothing better than a relaxing, whole body stretch. This exercise fits the bill, allowing you to stretch your entire body while being supported on the ball. You might want to skip this exercise if you feel dizzy or disoriented with your head upside down.
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- Chest Stretch with a Resistance Band
- Calf Stretch
- Kneeling Calf Stretch - Soleus
- Chest and Ab Stretch on the Ball
- Body Stretch on the Ball
- Hip Stretch on the Ball
- Lying Quad Stretch
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