by Sofia Moreau

Ever dreamt of a body that is stronger yet more flexible? How about a post-workout routine that gives you exactly that? Meet ‘Body Ease,’ your new ally in a bid for this fitness aspiration.

‘Body Ease’ is a movement regimen meant not just for stretching, but for rounding out your full workout experience. Behind this innovation stands experts from the fields of sports medicine and professional athletics, extending its benefits not just for sportspersons but wellness seekers in general. The method unites the essentials of mobility, yoga, prehab, rehab, recovery and strength training — a true innovation that’s causing ripples in fitness circles.

‘Revitalizing Poses to Stretch and Strengthen Your Back’

There’s a plethora of movements and exercises to target a multitude of areas within our bodies. Zoey Morrison, Body Ease’s Performance Director, assures, “Our wide-ranging movement flows addressing major joints and muscle groups act as an overall tune-up for your body. Complement this with a healthy diet and apt exercise, you set your body into a top-form space, primed for recovery and peak performance!”

Want to indulge in this enticing mobility routine for yourself? Morrison puts together a post-workout stretching routine that she often follows post her rigorous workouts. “I prefer indulging in mobility as a good cool-down routine after a straining exertion. Post the workout, when I am still sweating, I feel most prepared to wind down, to let go, and surrender to these poses,” Morrison shares. She advises practicing mobility every day, but especially pre-and post-exercise.

Stretch out those stubborn hip muscles – Best Hip-Opening Yoga Poses and Exercises

Follow through the subsequent exercises in the order listed. Consistency is key, and you’re encouraged to carry out these post-workout exercises at least thrice weekly.

Post-Workout Stretching Routine for Enhanced Mobility

De-Kink IT Band (Iliotibial Band) using a Foam Roll

The iliotibial band (IT band) stretches along the outside of your leg from the hip to your shinbone. Relaxing it with a foam roller can help expel discomfort and stiffness.
Reps: 45 seconds| Sets: 2-3 (each side)

Dragon Pose

Dragon pose helps open up the hip and groin area, along targeting the hip flexors and quads.
Reps:1-2 mins | Sets: 1 (each side)

Seated Straddle

Providing an excellent stretch to the hips, hamstrings, calves, shoulders, and arms, the seated straddle pose is a true winner.
Reps:1-2 mins | Sets: 1

Single-Leg Seated Forward Fold

Stretch your spine, shoulders, and hamstrings with the single-leg seated forward fold.
Reps:1-2 mins | Sets: 1 (each side)

Couch Stretch

This stretch excellently helps to open your hips and targets your hip flexors.
Reps: 90 secs | Sets: 1 (each side)

Pigeon Pose on Box

Ever spent too much time seated? This pose stretches you in all the right ways, releasing the hips and lower back muscles, and promoting better flexibility.
Reps:1-2 mins | Sets: 1 (each side)

Discover the Path to Prevent Sports Injuries

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