Releasing body tension is great for relaxing, forgetting the stress of the day, taking some time for yourself and making it easier to fall asleep. Every night for one week, give yourself 15 minutes for this stretching routine.
This routine will give you better range of motion in your joints and more flexibility. And you might even be able to gradually relieve any back pain you may have if you continue doing this routine over several weeks.
Happy stretching!
Simple and effective exercises that anyone can do.
This is your first session, which introduces you to the stretches. Take your time and breathe deeply during each stretch.
Limit your range of motion because muscles should never be deeply stretched without warming up first. The main objective here is relaxation, not increasing flexibility.
You can also put on your favourite Zen playlist in the background.
Enjoy your routine! :)
To make the most of your routine, do the exercises gently, breathe calmly and maintain proper form. Enjoy!
This first session is all about learning the stretches. Each session will be the same to be able to feel your progress.
This is your second session: take the time to really feel the stretches.
Breathe and enjoy. :)
To make the most of your routine, do the exercises gently, breathe calmly and maintain proper form. Enjoy!
Are you wearing comfy clothing? If not, plan ahead for tomorrow. :)
For this third session, you'll gradually increase your range of motion while listening to your body.
Always be gentle.
To make the most of your routine, do the exercises gently, breathe calmly and maintain proper form. Enjoy!
Remember to drink some water, tea or an herbal tea to stay in a relaxed frame of mind.
This fourth session will help you deepen your mental relaxation. Using your breath, bring your awareness inside and feel the benefits of each stretch. Some stretches may be easier than others. This is completely normal!
To make the most of your routine, do the exercises gently, breathe calmly and maintain proper form. Enjoy!
Being centred is important: this helps you stay in the present and enjoy every moment.
This is your fifth session!
You should start to feel the benefits: better stress management, ease in your movements, less pain. That means it's working! Keep it up!
To make the most of your routine, do the exercises gently, breathe calmly and maintain proper form. Enjoy!
Were the stretches too deep or not deep enough? The stretches should always be comfortable. If you feel any pain, you've gone too deep.
For the last two sessions, focus on both your physical and mental relaxation. To do this, keep breathing deeply and go deeper into the stretch as you exhale to increase your range of motion.
Always listen to your body. Enjoy your routine!
To make the most of your routine, do the exercises gently, breathe calmly and maintain proper form. Enjoy!
Remember to drink some water, tea or an herbal tea to stay in a relaxed frame of mind. If you start to feel sleepy, it might be a good time to give in and get some shut eye.
It's your last session!
We recommend you keep stretching and do this routine every night for your physical and mental well-being.
Take care of yourself!
To make the most of your routine, do the exercises gently, breathe calmly and maintain proper form. Enjoy!
Well done! You've finished this stretching routine. Feel free to do it again for even more well-being.