Purpose: This forward fold variation increases the intensity of the stretch, and helps skaters work on getting their forehead to their knee, which is needed in a cannonball sit spin variation
Focus: Hamstring flexibilty, upper body position
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Advanced: Seated forward fold wrists ...
Purpose: Seated forward folds are great stretches to improve hamstring flexibility and relieve lower back tension. This is a good stretch to do when finishing a training session or workout to cool down and help your hamstrings recover.
Focus: hamstrings, back tension relief, cool-down.
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Advanced: Standing hamstring stretch ...
Purpose: This stretch helps skaters work on hamstring flexibilty with their leg above 90 degrees, working towards skills like an I spin
Focus: Hamstring flexibility, hip flexion
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Advanced-Elite: Seated feet elevated ...
Purpose: This forward fold elevates the feet so that the skater can get a deeper stretch in the hamstrings. This should only be done if the skater is able to reach their hands past their toes.
Focus: Hamstring flexibilty, low back tension relief
