Why Flexibility and Mobility Matter
Flexibility and mobility aren’t just about rocking yoga poses. They also lower your risk of injury, take the strain off your joints and boost your athletic performance. Basically, they help your body work the way it should!
Exercises to Improve Flexibility and Mobility
Here are some effective exercises that help increase flexibility and mobility:
1. Hamstring stretch: No need to be a yoga master to do this. Sit on the floor with your legs straight. Bend from the hips (not your back) and reach towards your toes. Keep your back straight to make sure you’re stretching your hamstrings, not straining your back.
2. Quad stretch: Stand up tall, grab your left foot behind you and keep your knees together. You should feel this in the front thigh (your quadriceps).
3. T-spine rotation: Lie on your side with your arms straight out in front of you. Keep your hips steady and rotate your top arm out towards your back. The goal here is to get your shoulder blade to touch the floor.
4. Shoulder drop: Stand with your feet hip-width apart. Lean to the side, dropping your shoulder and reaching your hand towards the floor. This stretch is great for your side muscles and helps increase overall mobility.
5. Hip flexor stretch: Get in a lunge position. Keep your back straight and lean forward, pushing your hip forward. You should feel this stretching the front hip of your back leg.
Though it might take time to see significant improvements, consistent practice will get us closer to our flexibility and mobility goals!
Get Ready to Stretch It Out!
Work these exercises into your regular routine. Start slow and don’t rush — doing these stretches correctly and gradually can help you avoid injury and really enhance your flexibility and mobility.
Through consistent practice, you’ll start to see improvement and enjoy the benefits!
Remember: Listen to your body. If a stretch feels too painful, ease back a bit. It’s better to be safe than sorry.
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