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Stretching + Mobility #1

A few moves to loosen up from head to toe. Start your day, take a break, or close it out with some simple stretches!
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Lunge with a Twist

Add a twist to your lunge!

Instructions

  1. Stand tall with feet hip-width apart
  2. Step one foot forward into a lunge. Your knee should be at a 90 degree angle and your thigh parallel to the floor.
  3. Twist the upper body towards the front leg
  4. Untwist and return to standing with feet hip-width apart
  5. Switch sides and repeat for 1-3 rounds per side

Make it your own

  • Lunge close to a wall if you need balance support

 

  1. Stand tall with feet hip-width apart
  2. Step one foot forward into a lunge. Your knee should be at a 90 degree angle and your thigh parallel to the floor.
  3. Twist the upper body towards the front leg
  4. Untwist and return to standing with feet hip-width apart
  5. Switch sides and repeat for 1-3 rounds per side

 

  1. Stand tall with feet hip-width apart
  2. Step one foot forward into a lunge. Your knee should be at a 90 degree angle and your thigh parallel to the floor.
  3. Twist the upper body towards the front leg
  4. Untwist and return to standing with feet hip-width apart
  5. Switch sides and repeat for 1-3 rounds per side

Make it your own

  • From your lunge position, lower both hands and your back knee down to the floor. If the right leg is in front, twist the body and lift the right arm to the ceiling

 

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Muriel

August 7, 2025

Before I start my day I do gentle stretching to get my body in motion. I have been living with RA since 1974. Chronic fatigue and stiffness is with me almost daily. It takes me a few hours before I do an exercise routine. I feel better after putting the effort into each move, I feel good to have put the time in and want to continue as often as I can. I learned how to do the exercises through physio Therapy over the years. I have kept a binder with the exercises in it. The most important thing is to keep moving , Small walks over time lead to bigger walks. I have a lot of support from my family . I also do light weights.

Nikki

June 13, 2025

I went for a walk and did a small at-home Pilates circuit. Before this, I felt sore, but after, I felt refreshed.

Susan

June 13, 2025

I enjoyed paddling in my kayak. Before I started, I was worried about aggravating my shoulder that flared recently, but the kayaking went well. I did not let the fear of pain stop me, and I felt strong.