Written By: Kinkini Gupta | Updated: March 20, 2025, 9:04 PM
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Starting your day with some simple stretches can help wake up your body, improve flexibility, and set a positive tone for the day. If you do not have a lot of time to do a full workout session you can at least get some energy boost with these stretches. Here are five easy stretches and here are the steps to do it.
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Stand tall with your feet hip-width apart. Reach both arms overhead, stretching your fingers toward the ceiling. Take a deep breath in and feel your spine elongate. Hold for 10-20 seconds and then release. This stretches your entire body, helping to wake up your muscles.
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Start on your hands and knees in a tabletop position. Inhale, arch your back (cow pose), dropping your belly toward the floor, and lift your head and tailbone. Exhale, round your back (cat pose), tucking your chin toward your chest and your tailbone under. Repeat 5-10 times to mobilize your spine and improve flexibility.
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Sit on the floor with your legs extended straight in front of you. Inhale, lengthen your spine, and as you exhale, gently fold forward from your hips, reaching for your toes or ankles. Hold for 15-30 seconds to stretch your hamstrings and lower back.
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Step one foot forward into a lunge position, with the back knee on the floor. Push your hips forward gently, feeling a stretch along the front of your hip on the back leg. Hold for 20-30 seconds on each side. This helps open up tight hip flexors, which can be especially beneficial if you sit for long periods.
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Sit or stand tall with your shoulders relaxed. Gently tilt your head toward one shoulder, bringing your ear toward your shoulder. Hold for 10-15 seconds on each side, feeling a stretch in the neck and upper shoulders.
