Stretching

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Have you seen a dog stretch? Ask if they have seen a dog stretch. Use this example to teach about the importance of stretching.

Let’s Stretch! Quadriceps Stretch Stand on your left leg while bending your right leg and grabbing your right foot behind you with your right hand. Hold for 10 seconds. Repeat with other leg. Grab a chair or use a wall to keep your balance. Teach the kids some stretching exercises.

Let’s Stretch! Shoulder Stretch Place your right arm across your chest, bend your left arm under the right arm and pull towards your chest, count to 10. Repeat with the other arm Teach the kids some stretching exercises.

Let’s Stretch! Knee Lunge Kneel down with your left foot on the ground. Form a 90 degree angle with your left knee while keeping your back straight. Gently press forward and hold for 10 seconds. Repeat with your right leg. Teach the kids some stretching exercises.

Let’s Stretch! Butterfly Stretch Sit down on the floor, bring the soles of your feet together. Gently press your knees towards the ground and hold for 10 seconds. Teach the kids some stretching exercises.

Stretching is important! Why is it important? Keeps the muscles flexible, strong, and healthy. Without it, the muscles shorten and become tight. Healthy muscles help us to keep our balance. Review

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