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It is very common to wake up with a bit of stiffness. That\u2019s why you probably engage in a quick under-the-cover stretch with a morning grunt to greet the day. Although that is a great place to start, it is not a dedicated stretch routine<\/strong> that can help loosen you up. The stretch routine in this article contains a handful of easy stretches that can reduce stiffness and energize the body.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After you wake up, if you are like most people, you either hit snooze or reach for your phone to scroll through social media and emails. It can still take some time to get out of bed after this habit. Taking just five minutes each morning to stretch<\/a> can not only loosen up your joints and improve mobility<\/a>, but also improve the way you feel. Various health experts agree that regular stretching, especially in the morning, can facilitate strength, improve range of motion, and enhance your overall sense of self.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Make it a point to engage in the following stretches every morning and your body will thank you. Are these stretches the fountain of youth? Not by a long shot, but they can help energize the body<\/a><\/strong> and get you ready for the day!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Simple Shoulder Stretch<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you sleep wrong or spend too much time looking down at your phone<\/a>, this is a great stretch to open up the muscles that can cause neck pain. Begin by standing up straight with your feet shoulder-width apart. Draw your shoulders forward, as if to have them touch in front of you. Press your chest forward as you draw your shoulder blades together in the back. Alternate between these two positions five times, breathing deeply throughout.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Shoulder Circles<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The trapezius muscles are the largest muscles that run from the neck, across the shoulders, and down to the mid back. When you open up these muscles, you can breathe easier<\/a> and feel relief from tension. Stand up straight with your arms by your sides. Draw your shoulders up and roll them forward in a large circular motion. Complete 10 forward rotations, followed by 10 backward rotations.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Standing Wall Push<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is a dynamic stretch that targets the triceps<\/a>, pectorals, deltoids, and muscles that run across the shoulder blades. It can also help you improve upper body strength and mobility in the shoulders. Stand up straight facing a wall with your feet hip-distance apart. Extend your arms out in front of you and place your hands flat on the wall. Bend your elbows at a 90-degree angle to lean toward the wall. Hover a few inches away from the wall for a few seconds before engaging your pectorals and shoulders to push away from the wall a few inches. Hold this position before lowering back to the starting position. Continue alternating between these two positions for about 30 seconds.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Shoulder Across The Arm Stretch<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The shoulder joints are the most mobile in the body, so maintaining flexibility is essential for optimal movement. This stretch can help reverse the effects of slouching<\/a> or hunching at your desk. Stand up straight with your feet hip-distance apart. Pull your left arm across your chest, hooking your right arm around your left to pull it closer to your chest. Keep your left arm slightly bent and pull with your right arm until you feel a good stretch on the outside of your shoulder. Hold for 15-30 seconds, release, and then repeat with the other arm.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Standing Side Bend<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you sit a lot or hit the gym to do a core workout, you will love this stretch. It works to improve balance, coordination, and elongate the obliques and hips. Stand up straight with your feet hip-distance apart and arms resting by your sides. You can widen your stance if you have trouble balancing. Raise your arms overhead and interlace your fingers. Hinge at the waist to lean left until you reel a deep stretch along your right side. Hold this position for 15-30 seconds before returning to the center. Repeat on the other side.<\/p>\n

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