Progress by adding some stretches to your daily routine. Stand up from your desk at work and take a few minutes to stretch and reach. Once you have successfully adopted these changes, add a few stretching exercises before retiring for the night. This can be a great way to unwind, relax and prepare for a solid sleep. Whenever possible, warm up first.
Warm muscles stretch a bit easier.
Walk in place or step up and down on one step in your home to increase blood flow to your muscles. While stretching, avoid bouncing or moving. Hold each stretch to the point of discomfort but not pain, for 10-20 seconds. Repeat each muscle group 2 or 3 times if possible. These four suggestions are simple ideas for first steps in transforming your health.