Thigh (Quadriceps) Stretch
June 20, 2008, Editor MCR
To ease the tightness in the leg muscles that has been immobile for hours from sitting
Instructions
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Stand at the back of the chair and with the left hand holding onto the chair, and use your right hand and gently pull your right ankle towards the right buttock.
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Hold for 20s. Relax and repeat three times on each side.
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