The 3 Most Important Muscles To Stretch. (That You Probably Don't.)

Here's the 3 most important everyday stretches for function-stretches you should do daily for crucial muscles, that when tight, cause significant musculoskeletal issues. Most people aren't stretching, or aren’t even aware of all three of these.
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0:00 Intro
0:22 Pec Minor
2:24 Rectus Femoris
3:47 BONUS... ITB tightness
4:16 Deep Cervico-Thoracic Spinal Extensors
STRETCHES YOU SHOULD BE DOING EVERY DAY...
PEC MINOR RELEASE & ECCENTRIC STRETCH
If Pectoralis Minor gets tight from gym, or poor posture, it pulls the shoulder blade forward, rounding the shoulders. This heavily predisposes you to shoulder problems because it … (i)reduces space in the shoulder joint, (ii)causes neck issues, and (iii)can even cause Thoracic Outlet Syndrome.
To loosen Pec Minor, we don't want to just statically stretch it. Firstly, we release a common trigger point in the muscle, with a myofascial release technique, so that when you then stretch it, you're loosening the whole muscle.
RECTUS FEMORIS RELEASE & ACTIVE STRETCH
The second muscle is the Rectus Femoris, which commonly gets tight in running, cycling and weight workouts. When it's tight, it pulls the front of the pelvis down, increasing the arch is the low back, compressing the facet joints of the lower back. If you get a sore lower back when standing for prolonged periods, or walking around slowly, like when shopping, this is likely the cause.
BONUS TIP:
ITB AND LATERAL THIGH MUSCLE RELEASE
Running, cycling, and gym workouts can also tighten the ITB and lateral thigh musculature. When these are tight, it can pull the kneecap to the outside, causing it to rub and give you kneecap pain. So, one little bonus tip here is that each time you use the legs heavily, always warm down with a 30 second muscle rub on the outer, lower thigh to avoid getting this very common cause of knee pain.
CERVICO-THORACIC SPINAL EXTENSOR MUSCLES… ECCENTRIC STRETCH
When our mid back is flexed, but neck extended for long periods of time (think forward head posture), the deep spinal extensors of the neck & upper back can become shorter, making it really hard to straighten up again. This creates a posture that compresses joints at the base of the neck… causing things like tight, sore shoulders (“cervicothoracic facet joint compression”), Rhomboid pain (“costovertebral joint restriction”), symptoms down your arms (“cervical radiculopathy”).
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@@thearcherofjustice1492 I find it hard to accept that our bodies are that pathetic that i need to work out at home when getting of work, which is 7-9 hours of construction. If i sat Infront of a desk 7-9 hours a day, 5 days a week, then yeah. 2 hours of work out a day is perfectly fine.

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I remember literally pouncing at the opportunity to do all kinds of exercises as a kid but then my parents well... Let's just say they didn't seem to approve of me wanting to get fit and the rest is history. I am in decent shape but the mind just hasn't recovered.

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Thanks for this. I am on disability and can't afford to see anyone like you in real life so very helpful and like that you show stuff I haven't seen before.

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Glad to help, LZ. And cheers. I try to show different stuff where I can.

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​@@RileyedI have shoulder impingement, hanging would make it worse. Don't give out bro science, someone might actually believe you and hurt themselves, buddy.

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​@@Rileyed I've recently discovered even gentle hanging, on tip toes helps. With time I've gotten stronger and lift knees to chest. I agree.

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I am disabled cancer patient, these exercises are good but to do them regularly is difficult for me. Get reason to not do them...Lazy me. O well hard,painful life at 74 is horrible. Never got disability approval, so I definitely know with no health insurance you are in a horror show. God bless you, Saint Peregrine novenas help me spiritually and mentally. Good luck you'll need it.

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Yes lately I’ve become aware of the importance of stretching everyday as it helps everything flow better and if stuff flows better it is better

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Exactly

[@Chichimomma]

That stretch with the pillow is just what my body needed. I could feel the tightness going all the way down my lower back. Thank you.

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Feels great, eh?! 🕺

[@CD-rs2pl]

Do you need to pull the neck up like a traction or just tilt the head back

[@Chichimomma]

@@CD-rs2pl I pull my head at the back up a little bit for the stretch

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I'm so happy I found you! I've been watching for a few months now, and everything you teach is so easy to follow and helpful. Thank you!!

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Hey EM! Thanks so much for the lovely comment!

[@MaTTheWish]

I can confirm these are all excellent stretches, don't be discouraged if they don't work the first few days or even weeks. It took me a very long time to release my tight muscles, and relieve my symptoms. Now I have better posture.

[@BodyFixExercises]

Yes, posture in particular takes time. Thanks for sharing your experience

[@austinpatrick2682]

Exactly what I needed! I've been nursing shoulder impingement in both shoulders and I'm learning about strengthening the back to balance out everything, this is exactly what I needed to loosen the front! Thank you!!

[@BodyFixExercises]

You're welcome! Yes, this can make a massive difference to shoulder issues. Make sure you check this out too... kzbin.info/www/bejne/b3uxZ5eKd6asf7c

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Your videos are genuinely life changing. Well explained, simple and easy to follow, thank you for the quality content Stefan

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Thanks for the lovely comment, Foof

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Thank you Big Time 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 These all felt great- and needed. Really appreciate the visual aids. And your straightforward explanations make this easy to retain.

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Thanks for your lovely comment!

[@TheElusiveReality]

as someone with myofascial pain syndrome i LOVE that you start with myofascial release, my big problem is exactly what you said, which is that trigger points can stop me from getting a full range of motion or using the whole muscle

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Just chip away at it. It can take a while. 👍

[@emitch9213]

Thank you! I felt a difference after following along w your simple care stretches. Very invaluable to release the constant aches of 'too tight' and 'over contracted' muscles, I have neglected. Best to you.

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This first shoulder stretch/chest stretch hit me perfectly. Thanks doctor.

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Cheers!

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Such a helpful video. We love that you broke down the functions of each muscle and how tightness can impact our bodies.

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I'm glad you like the video!

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Thank you very much for showing the excercises. Ahmed

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Cheers Ahmed!

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Thanks for the video!

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Cheers man!

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Thanks so much.... I've gotten a bit lazy doing specific stretches at age 80 but this is easy and I can do this. I've avoided neck and shoulder surgery by being proactive , but needed this little reminder. Will watch for more good advice!!

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I've got a few videos for seniors actually. You might like them

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🎉So appreciate your videos which address shoulder issues! Thanks!

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No worries! Make sure you do 3 things for shoulders: Strengthen Serratus Anterior, Lower Traps, and Rotator cuff with these 3 exercises... kzbin.info/www/bejne/b3uxZ5eKd6asf7c Release the Posterior Capsule if it's tight... kzbin.info/www/bejne/naXYhWx3pMl3h5o Release the Pec Minor if it's tight... kzbin.info/www/bejne/gGbbeaGOgc2nr7c

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Great video Stefan. I particularly liked the massaging of the triggers at the beginning of the stretch. I found the stretches much more effective. Subscribed. Cheers, Marios.

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Cheers Marios!

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Very good. I have issues in all of these areas you mentioned. I tried the stretching you showed and boy did they help. Thanks.

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thankyou so much Stefen.. I'll try all your exercises cause is really helps me little more better each time..🙏

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So happy to hear that, Ninie!

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Thank you, first time viewer of your channel, like your descriptions and the 3 areas you addressed ticked a couple of boxes for me

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Thanks for the video! Great and specific insights and tips. Havent felt IT band issues but the main 3 were spot on for me

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So many good tips here. Thank you! ❤

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THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH, I look forward to doing these, as I suffer severely!❤

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Good luck with it!

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Amazingly helpful exercises!

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[@Brauma54]

This is timely and perfect. I just wrapped up a round of physical therapy for lower back pain and shoulder pain. These stretches will be a great complement to my routine. I never knew why but I have found myself massaging that area on the front of my thigh, with my fist just like you were doing. When I saw you doing that I was astonished. Thanks for this info!

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Cheers!

[@ShaneSchimpf]

Thanks, I'll add these to my routine. I'm currently doing massage, pt, chiro, and pt again each week. Constantly battling upper body tightness but bands, pullies and stretches are helping to keep my loose and improve my posture. 👍

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For upper back tightness try these... Rhomboid Pain. How To Fix Shoulder Blade Pain Quickly... kzbin.info/www/bejne/rKHJk5WupZtqosc

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@@BodyFixExercisesI tried clicking on this link on Rhomboid pain. It says the video is unavailable?

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Just did these, shall do them everyday as instructed, really helped my shoulder and neck on the left side, cheers Doc!

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Thanks a lot all these are really helpful.

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Thank you Doctor, really great and helpful, very detailed...more please!!!

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Perfectly explained and very helpful! Thank you.

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Thank you for this video. I have been having shoulder problems for years

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Absolutely a brilliant expert.

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Cheers!

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Excellent video! thank you! All of these stretches when practiced, work wonders. Especially when we have focused & relaxed breathing going on-through the release. You will find great results. 😊

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👍👍👍

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Finally someone who addresses the frontal thoracic area and trigger points ❤

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✌️👍

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Thanks Kelvin! 🙌

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I'm gonna try these, I have both the shoulder impingement constantly and the lower back pain when standing . I've been in an office job for the last 5 years and I blame my bad posture. This video explained quite a bit of my problems, heres hoping 🙏

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Thank you for sharing. ❤

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No problem 😊

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Excellent!

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I feel so much better now, thanks to these stretches!

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You have nailed some of the most common but ignored points. Will definitely try to do them regularly

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In one video you have highlighted three areas which require my attention. Many thanks 🙏

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First time learning about those trigger points!!!

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I’ve been having crazy neck and shoulder pain and doing this for a few days it’s completely disappeared! Thank you so much!

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No problem at all Behrad👍

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Thanks!

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Glad you like them!🙌

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Thank you.

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My partner is a cyclist (in the local forest) and often returns with most of these pains, especially when after resting. He will start these stretches asap to lessen the discomfort after a ride. With thanks!

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I hope it helps!

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