Month: March 2022

Home Fitness Equipment: OPTP Stretch Out Strap

March 28, 2022

CATEGORY: Flexibility

OPTP Stretch Out Strap with Loops

HOW TO USE IT:  The OPTP Stretch Out Strap measures 6′ 4″ in length. It’s made of strong woven nylon with 10 individual loop handles   The loops allow an easy grip, without slipping.  The strap is sold with an exercise instruction manual and a mobile app.

WHERE TO BUY: Amazon

PORTABILITY:  Lightweight.  Travels anywhere: gym, office, business trip, vacation, outdoors.  Lightweight.  Weighs about 4 ounces.  Makes a great stocking stuffer.

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BENEFITS: Well-made, and very durable.  Will last for years. Reduces risk of injury.  Designed for all fitness levels., The Stretch Out Strap allows performance of unassisted stretching with greater control, while making stretching easier and more enjoyable. 

TYPE OF WORKOUT: The Stretch Out Strap is used for stretching routines, for your back, hamstrings, quadriceps, shoulders, and other muscle groups.  It allows you to loosen tight muscles, thereby improving range of motion for sports, Yoga, Pilates, or everyday activities.

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How To Do Plank-To-Knee Tap

March 21, 2022
Plank-To-Knee Tap Is A Bodyweight Exercise That Strengthens Abs, Shoulders, Triceps, Chest, Core
In this exercise you’ll begin in a down plank position, and then move up and down from the down plank to a pike position. Finally returning to the down plank. You’ll be reaching diagonally to touch your knee.
From the down plank, slowly draw your tailbone up toward the ceiling, and move into a pike position. As you move upward, tap your right hand on your left knee. Return to the down plank position and place your hand on the mat. Move up into the pike and tap your left hand to your right knee. Return to the plank position and place your hand on the mat. Completing a total of 4 taps is one round.
Modification: Don’t reach diagonally. When tapping your right knee, use your right hand instead of your left hand.

EXERCISE DOs and DONTs – As with all exercise programs, when using exercise videos that appear on this site, you need to use common sense. If your muscles are weak, either do the modifications, or don’t attempt this exercise if it’s too difficult for you. When starting an exercise program, be sure to discuss your plans with your healthcare provider