Recovery exercises

Recovery exercises in the Fitness Coach catalogue: 56 exercises. Mostly for: Legs, Glutes, Chest.

  • Lying Knee To Chest Stretch

    The Lying Knee To Chest Stretch is a flexibility exercise targeting the lower back and glutes. It helps to relieve tension in the lumbar spine and improve overall mobility in the hip area.
    GlutesBeginner
  • Doorway Chest Stretch

    Doorway Chest Stretch is a standing flexibility exercise that uses a doorway to lengthen the chest and front-shoulder region. It is a simple upper-body mobility variation requiring only a stable door frame.
    ChestBeginner
  • Crab Pose

    The Crab Pose, also known as Reverse Tabletop, is a bodyweight exercise that targets the core, shoulders, and glutes. It involves lifting the hips off the ground while balancing on the hands and feet, creating a tabletop position with the torso parallel to the floor.
    AbsBeginner
  • Standing Hip Abduction

    Standing Hip Abduction is an exercise targeting the gluteus medius and minimus muscles, as well as the tensor fasciae latae. It helps improve hip stability and strength, which is essential for various athletic activities and daily movements.
    GlutesBeginner
  • World’s Greatest Stretch

    The World's Greatest Stretch is a dynamic exercise that targets multiple muscle groups, enhancing flexibility, mobility, and overall functional movement. It is particularly effective for warming up the body before a workout, focusing on the hips, hamstrings, thoracic spine, and shoulders.
    ChestBeginner
  • Glutes Roll

    The Glutes Roll is a self-myofascial release exercise targeting the gluteal muscles. It involves using a foam roller to apply pressure to the glutes, helping to release tension, improve flexibility, and enhance muscle recovery.
    GlutesBeginner
  • Pigeon Pose

    The Pigeon Pose is a yoga exercise that primarily targets the hip flexors and glutes. It is beneficial for improving flexibility, reducing lower back pain, and enhancing overall mobility. This pose involves extending one leg behind you while bending the other leg in front of you, creating a deep stretch in the hips.
    GlutesBeginner
  • Shoulderstand Pose

    The Shoulderstand, also known as Sarvangasana in yoga, is an inversion exercise that strengthens the shoulders, neck, and core muscles. It improves balance, flexibility, and circulation by elevating the legs above the heart.
    AbsBeginner
  • Kneeling Back Rotation Stretch

    The Kneeling Back Rotation Stretch is a mobility exercise designed to improve thoracic spine rotation and enhance flexibility in the upper back. It is particularly beneficial for individuals looking to increase range of motion and reduce stiffness in the back, shoulders, and neck.
    ChestBeginner
  • Band Warm-Up Dynamic Shoulder Stretch

    The Band Warm-Up Dynamic Shoulder Stretch is designed to increase shoulder mobility and flexibility, preparing the muscles and joints for more intense physical activity. This exercise utilizes a resistance band to facilitate dynamic stretching, targeting the deltoids, rotator cuff muscles, and surrounding connective tissues.
    ChestBeginner
  • Band Pass Through Shoulders

    The Band Pass Through Shoulders exercise is a mobility drill designed to improve shoulder flexibility and range of motion. It involves using a resistance band to guide the arms through a full overhead arc, promoting joint health and preparing the shoulders for more intense activities.
    ShouldersBeginner
  • Standing Side Lat Stretch

    The Standing Side Lat Stretch is a flexibility exercise targeting the latissimus dorsi muscles, which are located on the sides of the back. This stretch helps improve range of motion in the shoulders and upper back, and can aid in reducing muscle tightness and enhancing overall posture.
    BackBeginner
  • Half Kneeling Quad Stretch

    The Half Kneeling Quad Stretch is a flexibility exercise targeting the quadriceps muscles. It is performed in a half-kneeling position, which allows for a deep stretch of the front thigh muscles while also engaging the hip flexors. This stretch is beneficial for improving flexibility, reducing muscle tightness, and enhancing overall lower body mobility.
    LegsBeginner
  • Downward Dog

    The Downward Dog is a fundamental yoga pose that strengthens the upper body, stretches the hamstrings, calves, and spine, and improves overall flexibility. It is often used as a transitional pose in yoga sequences and can help improve posture and balance.
    LegsBeginner
  • Figure 4 Stretch on Chair

    The Figure 4 Stretch on Chair is a seated exercise designed to improve flexibility in the hips, glutes, and lower back. It is particularly beneficial for individuals who spend long hours sitting, as it helps alleviate tension and improve mobility in these areas.
    GlutesBeginner
  • Seated Figure 4 Stretch

    The Seated Figure 4 Stretch is a flexibility exercise targeting the hip and gluteal muscles. It helps improve hip mobility and can alleviate lower back tension. This stretch is performed while seated, making it accessible and easy to integrate into a workout routine.
    GlutesBeginner
  • 90 To 90 Stretch

    90 To 90 Stretch is a seated hip-mobility exercise that alternates between two 90-degree leg positions. It focuses on the hip rotators and gluteal region.
    HipsBeginner
  • Lunge Stretch

    The Lunge Stretch is a dynamic exercise that targets the hip flexors, quadriceps, and glutes. It is effective for improving flexibility, balance, and overall lower body strength. This stretch is often used as part of a warm-up routine to prepare the body for more intense physical activity.
    LegsBeginner
  • Scapula Push-Up

    Scapula Push-Up is a plank-based shoulder-blade control exercise with the elbows kept straight. It trains scapular protraction and retraction, emphasizing the serratus anterior and shoulder-girdle stability.
    ChestIntermediate
  • Overhead Triceps Stretch

    The Overhead Triceps Stretch is a static stretch exercise targeting the triceps brachii muscles. It helps improve flexibility and range of motion in the shoulders and arms, reducing the risk of injury and aiding in muscle recovery.
    TricepsBeginner
  • Roll Foot

    Roll Foot is a self-myofascial release drill for the underside of the foot, typically using a small roller or ball. It is used for local tissue work and comfortable foot mobility rather than strength training.
    LegsBeginner
  • Standing Quadriceps Stretch

    Standing Quadriceps Stretch is a static stretch for the muscles at the front of the thigh, performed one leg at a time. The standing position combines quadriceps stretching with balance and can be adapted with external support.
    LegsBeginner
  • Deep Squat to Wide Fold with Foot Hold

    The 'Deep Squat to Wide Fold with Foot Hold' is a dynamic flexibility exercise that combines a deep squat with a forward fold, enhancing lower body mobility and flexibility. This exercise targets the hips, hamstrings, and lower back, promoting improved range of motion and stability.
    LegsIntermediate
  • Standing Downward Dog

    The Standing Downward Dog is a variation of the traditional Downward Dog yoga pose, performed while standing. It primarily targets the shoulders, hamstrings, calves, and back muscles, promoting flexibility and strength. This exercise is beneficial for improving posture and relieving tension in the upper body.
    ChestBeginner