Flexibility
The latest Flexibility breaking news, comment, reviews and features from the experts at Fit&Well
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The three big changes I made to get rid of my shoulder stiffness for goodWorking from home Desk job workers with upper-body pain, you might want to listen up
By Alice Porter Published
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Sore feet after a long day? Try this quick stretch to flex and relax your foot musclesWalking 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 mobileLog 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 lotMobility 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 backWorkout 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 legsrunning 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 workoutWorkout 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 therapistWorkout 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 therapistWorkout 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 wasYoga 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 weekFeel-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 betterFeel-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 kneesWorkout 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 formRunning 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 whyFeel-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 stiffnessPilates 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 expertRunning 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 neckFeel-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 flossingFeel-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 stretchesPilates 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 spineFeel-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 deskYoga 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 musclesStretching 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 deskMobility 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 jobWorking 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 workoutWorkouts 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 reliefYoga Less than 10 minutes of stretching can make a big difference
By Alice Porter Published
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