Stretching before senior workouts is a must. Whether you’re doing light calisthenics or intense cardio, it prepares your muscles or joints so that you perform better, and it also lowers your risk of injury. There are vital dynamic stretches you can use that will address all the major muscle groups and joints, so be sure to use the following for the best results.

What Stretches Should You Do Before Each Workout?

1. Walking Lunges

You’ll need your hip and knee joints primed and ready before any workout, and lunges are the best warmup. Step one foot forward, and keeping your spine straight, slowly lower your back knee to the ground. Stop when your front leg is bent at a 90-degree angle. This will activate all the major muscles in the leg. Return to a standing position and switch feet. You can kickstart your senior workouts by doing lunge pulses, raising your arms over your head, and doing light twists during the lunge.

2. Downward-Facing Dog

Yoga poses are some of the best ways to stretch your body. Downward-facing dog is a core pose. Get down into a pushup position. Once stable, lift your rear skyward, pulling your body into an inverted V position. Push your palms into the floor and try to press your heels down. You should feel stretches through your legs, lower back, and shoulders.

3. Knee to Chest

Lay flat on your back and slowly draw one knee to your chest and hug it. Do the same with the other leg. You can then pull both toward your chest at the same time and hug them. You’ll stretch your buttocks and hamstrings, warm up your hip joints, and get your lower back muscles active before your senior workouts.

Staying in shape is a crucial part of old age, and RBM Wellness is committed to providing all the resources seniors need to remain active and healthy. Based in Fredericktown, MO, this company offers senior workouts and health and wellness services for those in assisted living and nursing communities. Their professional, caring staff can help evaluate your ability and create a workout plan that will keep you fit while being mindful of any existing health conditions. You can explore all their senior fitness programs on their website or call (573) 783-1519 to discuss options with their staff.