Flexibility
The latest Flexibility breaking news, comment, reviews and features from the experts at Fit&Well
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Sore feet after a long day? Try this quick stretch to flex and relax your foot muscles
Walking If you work on your feet all day, use this movement to relax the muscles in your feet
By Lou Mudge Published
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Four stretches every desk worker should use to keep their hips healthy and mobile
Log off and hit the mat to reverse the damage caused by sitting at your desk all day
By Sam Rider Published
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A mobility coach says these are the three moves your hips need if you sit a lot
Mobility Try this simple hip mobility routine to offset the damage of your desk job
By Alice Porter Published
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A mobility expert recommends doing this one thing to loosen your hips, hamstrings and lower back
Workout Mobilize your lower body with this one move
By Maddy Biddulph Published
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I tried doing these four stretches after my run and they provided immediate relief for my stiff hips and legs
running This five-minute routine helped me avoid my usual post-run aches
By Ruth Gaukrodger Published
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A physical therapist says these are the three stretches you should be doing to release stiff hips after a lower-body workout
Workout Ease post-workout muscle soreness and improve your range of motion with these expert's straightforward stretches
By Lou Mudge Published
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My lower-back pain was awful until I tried this one stretch, recommended by an orthopedic physical therapist
Workout I've done the bretzel stretch every day for a week and it's been a revelation
By Lou Mudge Published
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Three stretches to do if you wake up with a sore neck and shoulders, according to a physical therapist
Workout A physical therapist says these are the three stretches you should be doing if you wake up with a stiff neck
By Lou Mudge Published
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I did a stretching routine every night before bed and was surprised at how effective it was
Yoga Stretching before bed helped me release muscle tension, relax and sleep more soundly
By Amanda Mactas Published
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A physical therapist says desk workers should do these moves every hour—here's what happened when I tried them for a week
Feel-good movement Dr Andy Fata-Chan’s routine helped me limber up and improved my flexibility
By Ruth Gaukrodger Published
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I tried this physical therapist’s stretch to fix rounded shoulders and my spine has never felt better
Feel-good movement This physio's one move promises to "counteract your rounded posture"—I gave it a go and here's what I found
By Lou Mudge Published
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A trainer says you should do this one exercise if you want strong, healthy knees
Workout Master the Bulgarian split squat and build your lower body
By Alice Porter Published
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A run coach says these seven stretches will "fix your tight hips" and improve your running form
Running Here's why your hip flexors are tight and how to release them
By Maddy Biddulph Published
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A movement specialist says you should start your day with dynamic stretching over static stretching—here’s why
Feel-good movement Conscious movements that can prepare you for a workout or everyday activities
By Jamie Killin Published
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Do this 30-second stretch from your desk every day to improve your mobility and reduce stiffness
Pilates A Pilates instructor shares a movement that will address any imbalances developed from sitting in the same position all-day
By Alice Porter Published
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A flexibility expert says these are the three moves she would recommend doing "every single day"
Yoga She swears by this simple five-minute routine
By Harry Bullmore Published
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This simple stretch is the key to better hill running, says a running expert
Running Your adductors are crucial for power and stability, so keep them in good working with this one stretch
By Camilla Artault Published
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A physical therapist says this easy, two-minute trick will provide immediate relief from tech neck
Feel-good movement Show your neck some love with these simple but effective moves
By Beth Ann Mayer Published
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Struggling with sciatica? Here’s why you need to try nerve flossing
Feel-good movement This simple technique could be a lifesaver for those experiencing stubborn leg pain
By Samantha Lewis Published
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Relieve stiff hips in less than five minutes with this Pilates expert’s three stretches
Pilates If you sit a lot, you may develop aches in your lower body, but regular stretching can help
By Lou Mudge Published
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A flexibility expert says this 20-minute routine can open up your hips and ease stiffness in your neck and spine
Feel-good movement Stretch out your entire body and improve your mobility with Tom Merrick's beginner-friendly session
By Harry Bullmore Published
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A mobility expert says these five moves will make stiff shoulder joints feel smooth and "buttery"
Feel-good movement Reverse the damage of hunching over your desk with this quick mobility workout
By Maddy Biddulph Published
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Stiff neck? This yoga teacher's five stretches will help ease tension and release stress—and you can do them at your desk
Yoga Just a few minutes of gentle movement could make all the difference
By Ciara McGinley Published
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I tried this PT's hip routine and it soothed my sore hips and loosened my flexor muscles
Stretching After just one session I felt the difference
By Lou Mudge Published
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I tried this five-minute mobility routine before starting work and I felt far more comfortable sitting at my desk
Mobility Is five minutes of stretching enough to reduce aches and pains? This physical therapist's routine did the trick for me
By Alice Porter Published
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A physical therapist says you should do these three things every hour to offset the damage of your desk job
Working from home Lower your stress levels and stretch out tight muscles with this simple routine
By Ruth Gaukrodger Published
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Ditch crunches—build a stronger core and improve your posture with this 10-minute standing abs workout
Workouts You only need two dumbbells, 10 minutes and these three moves to develop a more functional core
By Maddy Biddulph Published
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I tried these six upper-back and shoulder stretches and they provided immediate relief
Yoga Less than 10 minutes of stretching can make a big difference
By Alice Porter Published
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An osteopath recommends these five movements to ease your sore wrists
Yoga A gentle routine that will strengthen and stretch your wrists and forearms
By Camilla Artault Published
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