This time of year we want to be carving pumpkins, picking apples, sipping cider, and leaf-peeping. But at some point, we’ve got to rake the yard and sweep up leaves that work their way into the house
Since raking only has to be done once a year our body isn’t always in shape for it, and we can get sore during or after. Luckily the very tool making us sore (that rake) can help us do some great stretches.
Try the chest opener, side bend, and standing cat stretch in the video below.
And if you want to add a few warm-up moves before you start raking, do some marches trying to tap the rake with your thighs.
Household items like a rake or a broom can become your friend. Use them to your advantage. They can actually deepen the sensation of certain stretches in a beneficial way. Try for yourself:
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Looking for more exercises to boost strength? Check out Maggie’s recent blog on the importance of Grip Strength!
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