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The biggest one for me?
Katie Thompson
Morning exercisers claim that getting their blood pumping first thing energizes them for the rest of the day.
Getting up and moving doesnt always have to mean doing a hard workout.
It can simply mean stretching and getting your blood flowing in whatever way feels good to you.
Its still going to be beneficial.
Quick refresher: Dynamic stretching means moving through a functional range of motion at a controlled speed.
Its that dynamic movement thats ideal for warming up your body.
If youre interested in starting your day with some morning stretches, try the stretching routine Matthews shares below.
you’ve got the option to also sip your coffee in between stretches if you want.
Thats my idea of energizing morning exercise.
Avoid arching your lower back as you stretch your arms overhead.
you’re able to also do this stretch standing with your back against the wall.
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Start on all fours with your shoulders over your wrists and hips over your knees.
Repeat this movement pattern for 30 seconds.
Place your palms on top of your thighs and gently round and arch your back.
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