Stretching For Seniors

Stretching For Seniors

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Table of Contents


  • Introduction
  • Bone and Muscle Problems in the Aging Body
  • Muscle Changes
  • Bone Changes
  • Joint Changes
  • How This Guide Can Help You
  • Chapter 1 - An Overview Of Stretching The Aging Body And Basic Anatomy
  • The 11 Major Muscle Groups
  • Forearms
  • Biceps
  • Triceps
  • Shoulders
  • Trapezius
  • Chest
  • Abdominals
  • Back
  • Quadriceps
  • Hamstrings
  • Calves
  • The 7 Major Joints
  • Spine
  • Shoulder
  • Elbow
  • Wrist
  • Hip
  • Knee
  • Ankle
  • Chapter 2 - Why Stretching is Beneficial to the Aging Body
  • Muscles and Stretching
  • Bones and Stretching
  • Joints and Stretching
  • Other Health Benefits to Stretching
  • Chapter 3 - Things to Consider Before Starting a Stretching
  • Program
  • Talk to Your Doctor
  • Find a Trainer
  • Find a Location
  • Get Proper Clothing
  • Get Some Stretching Equipment
  • Chapter 4 - Types Of Stretches & Timing
  • Ballistic Stretching
  • Active Stretching
  • Passive Stretching
  • Isometric Stretching
  • Dynamic Stretching
  • PNF Stretching
  • Timing of Stretches
  • Chapter 5 - Popular Stretch Training Programs & Their Effectiveness
  • What is Yoga?
  • What are the Advantages of Yoga?
  • What are the Disadvantages of Yoga?
  • What is Pilates?
  • What are the Advantages of Pilates?
  • What are the Disadvantages of Pilates?
  • Chapter 6 - Common Stumbling Blocks to Stretch Training & Dangers to be Aware Of Lack of Time
  • Movement is Painful
  • Lack of Energy
  • Not Warming Up
  • Improper Stretches
  • Falling
  • Chapter 7 -Overview of Stretch Workouts for Beginners
  • Warmup
  • Stretch Workout
  • When to Cool Down
  • Chapter 8 - Sample Stretch Workouts
  • Forearm
  • Biceps
  • Triceps
  • Shoulder
  • Trapezius
  • Chest
  • Abdominals
  • Back
  • Quadriceps
  • Hamstrings
  • Calves
  • Targeting Muscle Groups
  • Targeting Joints
  • Chapter 9 - Tools/Resources/Apps to Help with Staying Limber
  • into Older Age
  • Foam Roller
  • Lacrosse Ball
  • Rope
  • Classes
  • Personal Trainer/Physical Therapist
  • Apps
  • Conclusion - Tips to Add Stretching into Your Daily Life Long-term
  • Set a Schedule
  • Use Family and Friends
  • Join an Online Community
  • Post a Calendar
  • Reward Yourself
  • Bonus Chapter - Advanced Stretch Workouts
  • Yoga Poses
  • Pilates
  • Active Stretching
  • Dynamic Stretching
  • Using Tools