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Warm-Up Stretching Routine for Walkers

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Updated April 05, 2012

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Quadriceps Stretch - Walking Warm-up Stretches
Quadriceps Stretch

Quadriceps Stretch

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Stand erect, holding onto a wall for support.

Bend your knee behind you so that you can grasp your foot, holding your heel against your butt.

Stand up straight and push your knee gently back as far as you can, the hand just keeps the heel in place.

(For some, it is more comfortable to use the hand from the opposite side).

Hold for 15-30 seconds, then switch.

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