Post Workout Flexibility Addition

 

Post Workout Flexibility Addition

Many people who read this log know that I'm prone to overcomplicating routines and adding too much.  In the beginning I was trying to keep my plan as simple as possible with a press and a pull.  I do some joint circling and basic body movement then hit my workout.  My issue is that I'm feeling like something key is missing.  I've made the calculated decision to add three active flexibility movements post workout.

They will be the : 

• Seated Twist (20 second Holds) (Various Regressions/Progressions)
• This just simply feels great for my back, traps, shoulders and twisting is pretty neglected in most people's training.  It just feels fantastic and over time I'll work to a more advanced twist but I just do what feels right on the day.
• 5 Minute Squat Hold with Some Prying/Shifting.
• I think squatting is a fundamental human movement and I don't feel as great when I don't do it.  Just adding in a simple 5 Minute hold does wonders for the hips, feet and knees.  I also stand up after sitting in the squat for 5 minutes which low-key never gets any easier.
• Passive Bar Hang
• While I hang every morning before work, I think I could get some additional benefit from hanging (not from my neck) but from my hands!  It helps decompress the spine and just feels great for me.   I'll also be relaxing and engaging my body to get more of an effect. On another note I've also spent years doing active bar hangs from one arm, towels and fat gripz.  It's such a fantastic addition to so many routines.

These key stretches I think will scratch the itch that something is missing.  

Thank you for reading!