Short Exercises to Improve Flexibility

1. Neck Rolls

Start by gently rolling your neck in a circular motion, first clockwise and then counterclockwise. This helps relieve tension in the neck and improve flexibility.

2. Shoulder Stretches

Bring one arm across your body and use the other arm to press it gently, feeling the stretch in your shoulder. Repeat on the other side to improve flexibility in your shoulders.

3. Hamstring Stretch

Sit on the floor with one leg extended and the other bent. Reach towards your toes on the extended leg, feeling the stretch in your hamstring. Switch legs and repeat to improve flexibility in your hamstrings.

4. Cat-Cow Stretch

Get on your hands and knees, arch your back up like a cat, and then drop your belly down like a cow. Repeat this flow to improve flexibility in your spine.

Morning Stretch Sequences

1. Full Body Stretch

Start by reaching your arms up towards the ceiling, lengthening your whole body. Then, reach down to touch your toes, feeling the stretch in your legs and back. Repeat a few times to wake up your body.

2. Chest Opener

Interlace your fingers behind your back and straighten your arms, lifting them slightly to open up your chest. Hold for a few breaths to improve posture and flexibility in your chest and shoulders.

3. Spinal Twist

Sit on the floor with your legs crossed, twist your torso to one side while placing the opposite hand on the knee for support. Hold the twist and then switch sides to improve flexibility in your spine.

4. Hip Flexor Stretch

Kneel on one knee and lunge forward, keeping your back leg straight. Sink into the stretch, feeling it in your hip flexors. Switch legs and repeat to improve flexibility in your hips.

Regularly incorporating these short exercises and morning stretch sequences into your routine can help improve flexibility, reduce the risk of injury, and promote overall well-being.