{"id":84760,"date":"2026-01-22T19:37:28","date_gmt":"2026-01-22T19:37:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=84760"},"modified":"2026-01-22T19:37:28","modified_gmt":"2026-01-22T19:37:28","slug":"chair-stretches-for-seniors","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/chair-stretches-for-seniors\/","title":{"rendered":"Chair Stretches for Seniors: A Gentle Way to Improve Flexibility"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/chair-stretches-for-seniors\/#What_Are_Chair_Stretches_for_Seniors_to_Stay_Flexible\" >What Are Chair Stretches for Seniors to Stay Flexible?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/chair-stretches-for-seniors\/#Can_A_70-Year-Old_Regain_Flexibility\" >Can A 70-Year-Old Regain Flexibility?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/chair-stretches-for-seniors\/#Here_are_some_studies_that_have_shown_that_regaining_flexibility_is_possible\" >Here are some studies that have shown that regaining flexibility is possible:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/chair-stretches-for-seniors\/#Analysis_Can_70-Year-Olds_Regain_Flexibility\" >Analysis: Can 70-Year-Olds Regain Flexibility?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/chair-stretches-for-seniors\/#What_Type_of_Stretching_Is_Best_for_Seniors\" >What Type of Stretching Is Best for Seniors?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/chair-stretches-for-seniors\/#How_to_Stretch_Using_a_Chair\" >How to Stretch Using a Chair<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/chair-stretches-for-seniors\/#What_Stretches_Can_Seniors_Do_in_a_Chair\" >What Stretches Can Seniors Do in a Chair?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/chair-stretches-for-seniors\/#Do_Chair_Stretches_Really_Work_For_Seniors\" >Do Chair Stretches Really Work For Seniors?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/chair-stretches-for-seniors\/#How_Often_Should_Seniors_Do_Chair_Exercises\" >How Often Should Seniors Do Chair Exercises?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/chair-stretches-for-seniors\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/chair-stretches-for-seniors\/#What_time_of_day_is_best_for_stretching\" >What time of day is best for stretching?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/chair-stretches-for-seniors\/#What_is_the_number_one_exercise_for_seniors\" >What is the number one exercise for seniors?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/chair-stretches-for-seniors\/#Can_you_hold_a_stretch_for_too_long\" >Can you hold a stretch for too long?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/chair-stretches-for-seniors\/#Do_you_need_rest_days_from_stretching\" >Do you need rest days from stretching?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/chair-stretches-for-seniors\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As we grow older, maintaining flexibility and mobility becomes increasingly important, not just for overall health, but also for independence and quality of life.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2160&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Chair_Stretches_For_Seniors\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Chair-Yoga.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unfortunately, aging makes it more challenging to maintain these factors.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fortunately, staying active does not require a gym membership or a yoga mat.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sometimes, all you need is a sturdy chair and a few simple yet effective chair stretches for seniors to get blood pumping and, over time, improve flexibility and mobility.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this article, we\u2019ll explore whether older adults can regain their flexibility and which stretching exercises for seniors are best for improving agility, stability, and range of motion.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_Chair_Stretches_for_Seniors_to_Stay_Flexible\"><\/span><b>What Are Chair Stretches for Seniors to Stay Flexible?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chair stretches for seniors are gentle, low-impact flexibility exercises performed while seated on a chair or using it for support. These exercises are accessible and safe for older adults, helping them maintain or improve their range of motion and joint health, reduce muscle stiffness, and promote better posture.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Using the chair allows these older adults to avoid putting pressure on their joints and eliminates the risk of losing balance while getting down on the floor or standing for prolonged periods.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The best chair exercises for seniors are also easily adaptable, which makes them even more ideal for those with limited mobility, balance problems, or anyone who is recovering from injury.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you looking for a way to improve your flexibility for better workouts? Check out this <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/stretching-calisthenics\/\">stretching calisthenics routine<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2160&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Chair_Stretches_For_Seniors\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-79807\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Cover-Chair-Exercises-A-Guide-to-Staying-Active-1024x567.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"770\" height=\"426\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Cover-Chair-Exercises-A-Guide-to-Staying-Active-1024x567.png 1024w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Cover-Chair-Exercises-A-Guide-to-Staying-Active-300x166.png 300w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Cover-Chair-Exercises-A-Guide-to-Staying-Active-768x425.png 768w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Cover-Chair-Exercises-A-Guide-to-Staying-Active.png 1109w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_A_70-Year-Old_Regain_Flexibility\"><\/span><b>Can A 70-Year-Old Regain Flexibility?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, they can. While a 70-year-old may not reach the flexibility they had in their 20s or 30s, they can regain some of the lost flexibility. In fact, they can regain enough to significantly improve their overall quality of life.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Here_are_some_studies_that_have_shown_that_regaining_flexibility_is_possible\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are some studies that have shown that regaining flexibility is possible:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Stretching and Multicomponent Training to Functional Capacities of Older Women: A Randomized Study (2021)<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this study, researchers sought to investigate how flexibility training would impact the strength, balance, and endurance of sedentary older women aged 60 to 70 years (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mdpi.com\/1660-4601\/19\/1\/27\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The women were divided into 3 groups:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A multicomponent training group, which did a mix of strength, balance, and cardio workouts<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A combined training group that did the same workouts as the multicomponent training group, plus stretching exercises<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A control group that did not exercise<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After the women exercised twice a week for 14 weeks, the researchers conducted tests. They found that while the women in the first 2 groups (multicomponent training and combined training) improved their strength, agility, and fitness, the combined training group showed better results (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC3503322\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This shows that while other forms of exercise can improve functional fitness and flexibility, adding stretching can help you achieve more significant results in these areas.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2160&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Chair_Stretches_For_Seniors\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-71343\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/banner-1-1024x640.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"770\" height=\"481\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/banner-1-1024x640.png 1024w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/banner-1-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/banner-1-768x480.png 768w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/banner-1-1720x1075.png 1720w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/banner-1.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Flexibility of Older Adults Aged 55-86 Years and the Influence of Physical Activity (2013)<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">n another study that was published in 2013, researchers agreed that age affects flexibility in older adults. However, they also stated that with the use of general exercise training programs and flexibility-specific training, these seniors can improve flexibility (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC3703899\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some of the studies the researchers cited to prove that this was possible included:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Effects of a General Exercise Program on Passive Hip, Knee, and Ankle Range of Motion of Older Women (1995)<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This older study, which was published in the Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation journal, found that a long-term general exercise program can help significantly improve the flexibility of older women (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/journals.lww.com\/topicsingeriatricrehabilitation\/Abstract\/1995\/03000\/Effects_of_a_general_exercise_program_on_passive.6.aspx\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Long-Term Effects of Exercise on the Range of Motion of Aging Women (1992)<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This older study found that in women aged 50 to 71 years, regular exercise, just 3 times a week, could help significantly improve flexibility in their shoulders and hips (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/18796774\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>BetterMe will shake off your mental funk, rid you of your energy-zapping habits, and help you sculpt the body of your dreams. Intrigued? <a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2160&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Chair_Stretches_For_Seniors\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hurry up and change your life for the better!<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Two-Year Trends in Physical Performance Following Supervised Exercise Among Community-Dwelling Older Veterans (1991)<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this study, researchers recruited 75 older adults aged 65 to 74 years and had them exercise for 90 minutes, 3 times a week. The exercises in question focused on cardiovascular fitness, strength training, and flexibility.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After the 2-year study period, researchers noticed that participants&#8217; flexibility increased by 11%, their heart health improved, and their cardiovascular fitness improved (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/1918786\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Hip and Knee Joints Flexibility in Young and Elderly People: Effect of Physical Activity in the Elderly (2003)<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this 2003 study, researchers found that older adults who engaged in a 3-month gentle, heart-safe workout routine showed significant improvements in knee and hip flexibility, particularly bending and side-to-side motion, compared with those who didn\u2019t exercise (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/267404447_Hip_and_knee_joints_flexibility_in_young_and_elderly_people_Effect_of_physical_activity_in_the_elderly\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2160&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Chair_Stretches_For_Seniors\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-79812\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/chair-yoga-equipment-2-1024x640.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"770\" height=\"481\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/chair-yoga-equipment-2-1024x640.png 1024w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/chair-yoga-equipment-2-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/chair-yoga-equipment-2-768x480.png 768w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/chair-yoga-equipment-2-1720x1075.png 1720w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/chair-yoga-equipment-2.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Flexibility Training and Functional Ability in Older Adults: A Systematic Review (2012)<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this systematic review that was published in 2012, researchers seeking to understand how flexibility training affected everyday functions in older adults aged 65 years and above found that while it was unclear how flexibility training helped those seniors function better in daily life, this form of exercise helped improve their range of motion, which helped them become more flexible (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC3503322\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Effects of Strength and Flexibility Training on Functional Performance of Healthy Older People* (2012)<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this study, also published in 2012, researchers found that both stretching and strength training improved endurance, mobility, and strength, and lowered blood pressure in healthy older adults (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.scielo.br\/j\/rbfis\/a\/9XY4FWpvwYsFBfzVxGhpKpr\/?format=pdf&amp;lang=en\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Read more:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/chair-yoga-exercises-for-elderly\/\">Low-Impact Chair Yoga Exercises for the Elderly to Stay Strong and Flexible<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Analysis_Can_70-Year-Olds_Regain_Flexibility\"><\/span><b>Analysis: Can 70-Year-Olds Regain Flexibility?\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All these studies prove that 70-year-olds can regain their flexibility. A consistent routine of gentle stretching exercises and general exercise programs can help them regain their flexibility.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you looking for some dynamic warm-up exercises to help you get ready for your workout? Check out these <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/5-flexibility-exercises\/\">5 flexibility exercises<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Type_of_Stretching_Is_Best_for_Seniors\"><\/span><b>What Type of Stretching Is Best for Seniors?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to research, a combination of static and dynamic stretching is the best chair stretches for seniors.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In older adults, these 2 forms of stretches can (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC3273886\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC8849147\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Improve range of motion and gait<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increase spinal mobility<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increase joint flexibility\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maintain and improve balance<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increase functional capacity, strength, muscle performance, and endurance<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Static stretching involves holding the target muscle in a lengthened position for a defined period, e.g. toe touches or a hamstring stretch (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/377653878_The_benefits_of_static_stretching_on_health_a_systematic_review\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On the other hand, dynamic stretches are those that involve moving your limbs through their active ROM (range of movement) by contracting the muscle group antagonist to the target muscle group without bouncing (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC6370952\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Examples of dynamic stretches include walking lunges, arm circles, leg swings, and wrist\/ankle circles.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can use either static or dynamic stretches when doing chair stretches for legs or other body parts.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2160&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Chair_Stretches_For_Seniors\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-69815\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/two-photos-collage-1920x1200-5-4-1024x640.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"770\" height=\"481\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/two-photos-collage-1920x1200-5-4.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/two-photos-collage-1920x1200-5-4-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/two-photos-collage-1920x1200-5-4.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/two-photos-collage-1920x1200-5-4-1472x920.png 1472w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/two-photos-collage-1920x1200-5-4.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Stretch_Using_a_Chair\"><\/span><b>How to Stretch Using a Chair<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are 2 main ways to stretch with a chair:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>While seated: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To do this, choose a sturdy, stable chair without wheels or armrests. Sit up tall with your feet flat on the floor and your back straight, which helps you engage your core and maintain good posture. From here, you can gently bend, twist, or reach to stretch different muscles in your body.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>While standing:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> In this situation, you stand or bend and place your hands lightly on the back or seat of the chair. This holding option allows you to steady yourself while stretching your legs, shoulders, arms, or any other body parts\/muscles.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Holding on to the chair helps you maintain proper form and balance, which is beneficial for individuals with balance problems, stiff muscles, or limited mobility.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chair stretching exercises for beginners are a great way for beginners, particularly seniors, to train without risking their balance or overexerting themselves.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Stretches_Can_Seniors_Do_in_a_Chair\"><\/span><b>What Stretches Can Seniors Do in a Chair?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are 9 examples of stretching chair exercises for seniors over 70:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>1. Neck Stretch<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start by sitting or standing with your spine straight and your shoulders relaxed.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Slowly tilt your head toward your right shoulder until you feel a stretch on the left side of your neck.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold the stretch for 10 seconds.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Return to the starting position and repeat on the left side.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Perform 3 repetitions on each side.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>2. Seated Side Bend<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sit comfortably on a sturdy chair with your feet flat on the floor.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Place your hands on your thighs or hold the sides of the chair for stability.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inhale deeply to prepare.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exhale as you raise your right arm above your head.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gently bend your torso to the left and reach your arm over your head.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold the stretch for a few seconds, feeling the pull along your side.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inhale as you return to the starting position.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repeat the movement on the other side, lifting your left arm and bending to the right.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Perform 10-12 repetitions on each side, alternating between sides.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep movements slow and fluid to ensure a gentle, comfortable stretch.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2160&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Chair_Stretches_For_Seniors\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-77498\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/olga-chair-yoga-14-1024x640.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"770\" height=\"481\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/olga-chair-yoga-14-1024x640.png 1024w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/olga-chair-yoga-14-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/olga-chair-yoga-14-768x480.png 768w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/olga-chair-yoga-14-1720x1075.png 1720w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/olga-chair-yoga-14.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><b>3. Seated Forward Bend<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sit with your feet flat and your knees together, then inhale, lengthen your spine, and reach your arms overhead.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On an exhale, hinge at the hips, and fold forward.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let arms gently rest on your shins or ankles.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep your neck relaxed and hold this position for 5 breaths, deepening the stretch with each exhale.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On an inhale, to rise back up to the start position.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repeat this 2-3 times.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2160&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Chair_Stretches_For_Seniors\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-77499\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/olga-chair-yoga-13-1024x640.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"770\" height=\"481\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/olga-chair-yoga-13-1024x640.png 1024w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/olga-chair-yoga-13-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/olga-chair-yoga-13-768x480.png 768w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/olga-chair-yoga-13-1720x1075.png 1720w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/olga-chair-yoga-13.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><b>4. Seated Hip Stretch<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sit on a sturdy chair with your feet flat on the floor, hip-width apart, and place your hands on your thighs.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Engage your core by pulling your belly button toward your spine, and then, on an exhale, lift your right leg to place the ankle on your left knee.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keeping the back straight and shoulders relaxed, hold this stretch for 5 deep breaths. You should feel a gentle pull in your hip and lower back.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On an inhale, lower your right foot back to the floor and switch sides, repeating the movement and stretch on your left ankle.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep alternating legs till you perform 5-8 repetitions of this stretch on each side.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Reasons why BetterMe is a safe bet: a wide range of calorie-blasting workouts, finger-licking recipes, 24\/7 support, challenges that\u2019ll keep you on your best game, and that just scratches the surface! <a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2160&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Chair_Stretches_For_Seniors\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Start using our app <\/a>and watch the magic happen.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><b>5. Spinal Twist<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sit sideways on a chair, with your right side facing the backrest.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Place your hands on the backrest for support.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On an inhale, straighten your spine.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On an exhale, gently twist your torso to the right, using the backrest for leverage.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid forcing the twist. Hold for a few breaths, then switch sides.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>6. Seated Cat-Cow<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sit up straight in your chair with your knees bent and your hands on your knees.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Breathe in, lifting your chest, moving your shoulders back, and curving your back. Hold for 3 seconds.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Breathe out and tuck your chin to your chest, rounding your back and shoulders.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is one rep. Repeat this arched and curved back movement for 10-12 repetitions.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2160&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Chair_Stretches_For_Seniors\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-79791\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Banner-Chair-Exercises-A-Guide-to-Staying-Active-1024x567.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"770\" height=\"426\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Banner-Chair-Exercises-A-Guide-to-Staying-Active-1024x567.png 1024w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Banner-Chair-Exercises-A-Guide-to-Staying-Active-300x166.png 300w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Banner-Chair-Exercises-A-Guide-to-Staying-Active-768x425.png 768w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Banner-Chair-Exercises-A-Guide-to-Staying-Active.png 1109w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><b>7. Chair Pigeon Pose<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sit straight and place your left ankle on your right thigh.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Holding your left ankle, hinge at the hips as you gently bend your chest toward the floor.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Only lower yourself as comfortably as possible without causing pain.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold the stretch for 5 seconds. You should feel the pull in your glutes and thighs.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Release by lifting your torso and going back to the starting position. This is one rep.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repeat this 8 times, then switch legs and repeat on the other side.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><b>8. Seated Heel Raises<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sit with both feet on the floor and your legs about hip-width apart.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Slowly raise the heels of both feet off the ground as high as you can without pain.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep your toes on the ground and hold the rest of your body still.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lower your heels to the ground.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repeat for 10 repetitions.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><b>9. Chair Toe Raises<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sit with both feet on the floor and your legs about hip-width apart.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Slowly raise the toes of both feet off the ground as high as you can without pain.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ensure both heels remain on the ground and hold the rest of your body still.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lower your toes to the ground.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repeat for 10 repetitions.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><em><strong>Read more:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/lazy-chair-yoga\/\">8 Lazy Chair Yoga Poses for a Home Workout<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Chair_Stretches_Really_Work_For_Seniors\"><\/span><b>Do Chair Stretches Really Work For Seniors?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, they do. Chair yoga, a form of chair stretching exercise for seniors, has been shown to improve upper and lower extremity function and muscle strength, enhance muscle endurance and flexibility, and improve balance and gait (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC10094373\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC7920319\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Often_Should_Seniors_Do_Chair_Exercises\"><\/span><b>How Often Should Seniors Do Chair Exercises?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The frequency of any workout routine should be determined by individual goals and factors such as fitness level, health conditions (e.g. chronic health issues), and mobility limitations.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That being said, seniors are encouraged to engage in chair stretches and exercises at least 2-3 times a week. This frequency allows for consistent practice that can enhance flexibility, balance, and overall well-being without causing strain or fatigue.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Over time, seniors may increase this frequency to 4-5 times a week, depending on how their bodies respond to regular chair workouts.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2160&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Chair_Stretches_For_Seniors\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-79790\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Banner-Chair-Exercises-A-Guide-to-Staying-Active-2-1024x567.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"770\" height=\"426\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Banner-Chair-Exercises-A-Guide-to-Staying-Active-2-1024x567.png 1024w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Banner-Chair-Exercises-A-Guide-to-Staying-Active-2-300x166.png 300w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Banner-Chair-Exercises-A-Guide-to-Staying-Active-2-768x425.png 768w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Banner-Chair-Exercises-A-Guide-to-Staying-Active-2.png 1109w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><b>Frequently Asked Questions<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_time_of_day_is_best_for_stretching\"><\/span><strong>What time of day is best for stretching?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There\u2019s no one best time for stretching, as it all depends on the individual. Some prefer to stretch in the morning, others would rather do it as part of their daily workout (whatever time that may be), while others would rather do it at night before bed. Choose the option that best works for your lifestyle and preferences.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_number_one_exercise_for_seniors\"><\/span><strong>What is the number one exercise for seniors?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There isn\u2019t one that stands above the rest. The CDC and the National Institute on Aging recommend that older adults engage in aerobic, muscle-strengthening, and balance\/flexibility exercises to improve their health and physical fitness (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/physical-activity-basics\/adding-older-adults\/what-counts.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nia.nih.gov\/health\/exercise-and-physical-activity\/three-types-exercise-can-improve-your-health-and-physical\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With that in mind, many trainers will suggest simply walking. It offers numerous health benefits and keeps the body active.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_hold_a_stretch_for_too_long\"><\/span><strong>Can you hold a stretch for too long?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, you can. While there\u2019s no exact number for how long is too long to hold a stretch, experts say that holding static stretches for a long time can be detrimental.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Try holding your stretches for no more than 60 seconds at a time. You can always start small and hold each stretch for 10 seconds at a time to see how your body feels.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_you_need_rest_days_from_stretching\"><\/span><strong>Do you need rest days from stretching?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s unlikely that you\u2019ll need rest days from gentle stretching, as it doesn\u2019t necessarily overwork the muscles. 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