Enhancing your Peloton workout with a pre and post stretch might just be one of the best decisions you make. (Aside from purchasing a Peloton or downloading the app for classes). Pre-ride or pre-run stretches help to warm up your body, allow you to perform better, and may also help prevent injury. Post-workout static stretches help to alleviate soreness and aid in recovery.
Best Peloton Stretch Classes
Peloton stretch classes are found in the stretching section of the app With the filter, you can scroll down to pre/post-ride or pre/post-run specific stretches. What is the difference between a pre and post stretch class? Stretches done before a workout are dynamic in nature to prime your muscles for the work ahead. Post-workout classes consist of static stretches which are held for 30-45 seconds.
Pre Run/Ride Stretches
Rebecca Kennedy has a number of pre-run stretches that are excellent. Hit your quads, hamstrings and hips in this 5 minute warm up.
Looking for a longer warmup? This 10 minute pre-run class with Matt Wilpers will have you ready to rock the tread or hit the trails
.Post Ride Stretches
Denis Morton has terrific post ride classes that really get into the hip flexors and glutes. I have this one on repeat.
Post Run Stretches
There are a number of fantastic post run stretches. Here are some of the most popular ones (according to my Peloton facebook groups).
This 10 minute Adrian Williams class hits all the major running muscles and is suitable for all levels.
Only have 5 minutes to stretch? Check out this Selena Samuela class that targets the calf muscles using a towel for an extra stretch.
Full Body Stretches
Treat yourself and your sore muscles to a full body stretch after any workout or anytime. This 15 min Jess Sims class has fantastic music and gets all your spots and then some.
Have 20 minutes? You can’t go wrong with this all over Rebecca Kennedy stretch.
Foam Rolling Classes
Yes please! Need the discipline of a class to get on your foam roller? Me too. Hannah Corbin has a series of 10 minute foam rolling classes to target the calves, glutes, and hamstrings. Add one of these to your day for a hurts-so-good muscle treat.
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Add one or more of these top Peloton stretch classes to your daily routine and your body will thank you.
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I didn’t realize Peloton has so many stretching classes! These look great. I bet its nice to have something to follow for stretches rather than just doing your own thing.
Honestly, having a guided stretch has been a game changer for me. It forces me to do the whole 10 or 15 min rather than just rush through my stretches
I think it’s great that Peloton offers all these stretch classes. Looks like they’ve got you covered!
Doing stretch classes religiously has been a game changer for me
I cancelled my membership.
But I never tried the stretch classes.
Thanks for the tips.
I may join again next winter.
Highly recommend it! So much to add to your routine. A 10 min stretch does wonders for me
These look great! Interesting that there’s a foam roller class. Are there other ones that target different parts of the body? i think a lot of people want to foam roll but don’t know how to get started, or how to get the most benefit from it.
yes there are a few foam rolling classes for different areas. Doing them really forces me to roll for longer. I believe you can still get a free trial of the app if you are interested
These all sound fabulous! It’s amazing what a few extra minutes of stretching (before & after a workout) can do for one’s overall well-being.
Agreed! They have made a huge difference for me
what a great variety of classes for pretty much every reason and every athlete!
They have a fantastic library of classes
I don’t use the app much for stretching, although I did more when I started. They have some great classes!
They really do! I do something everyday now and it’s made a big difference for me
I so agree with you that having these guided stretches makes a huge difference. You’ve got a couple here that I haven’t tried yet so I’ll be bookmarking them!
Fantastic enjoy! Let me know your faves too
I could definitely use some stretching, I don’t have the peloton but I think you can still access them through the app
Yes they do offer a a free trial still I believe
We’re working on building a our home gym and trying to figure out what equipment to purchase. Peloton keeps popping up. I’ll take this review into account during our comparison shopping.
All about the home gym and happy to give you any tips you might need
I think it’s brilliant that these online platforms offer pre and post stretching for their customers. Keeps it all in the family.
They are the best I love having them as an option
This is a great resource for Peloton stretches! Thanks for sharing!
They do have it all thanks for stopping in
I’ve never heard of peloton before. I am going to have to try this out so I won’t pull any muscles from working out.
Check it out they do still have a free trial
My best friend has a peloton and she loves it, I’m wanting to get one!
You can access the classes without a bike. I believe they still have a free trial
These are all great options! I love the variety of classes.
Me too so many options for everyone