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]]> Do you ever experience neck or back pain after waking up from a rough night’s sleep? If so, then some simple stretches may help you not only alleviate this pain but also provide you with an energy boost to take on the day. Here are some effective stretches to help you get an energized start to the morning.

Child’s Pose

Go down on all fours and tuck your knees up into your chest. From there, sit up and reach your arms out before placing them on the floor and stretching out as far as you can. This movement will stretch out your hips, pelvis, thighs, and spine.

Cobra Stretch

Lie on your stomach and place your hands next to your chest while ensuring that your elbows remain tucked in at your sides. Push up from the ground gradually, lifting your shoulders and chest while keeping your lower body still. This deep stretch is ideal for loosening your lower back and shoulders.

Neck Rotation

For this one, you can stand or remain seated. Start by looking straight ahead and dropping your shoulders. Once relaxed, keep your chin slightly lowered as you tilt your head back as far as you can without feeling any pain. Return to your original position before doing the same on the left and right sides. This routine should help you to alleviate neck pain and increase mobility.

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]]> 3 Moves to Stretch and Strengthen Your Hips for Better Mobility https://yourdailysportfix.com/3-moves-to-stretch-and-strengthen-your-hips-for-better-mobility/ Sun, 04 Jun 2023 08:19:00 +0000 https://yourdailysportfix.com/?p=23024 Strong and flexible hips are vital for maintaining mobility and preventing injuries, especially as we age. Whether you’re an athlete, spend long hours working at a desk, or simply looking to improve your hip health overall, incorporating targeted stretches and exercises into your daily routine can yield significant benefits. Here are some of the most […]

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]]> Strong and flexible hips are vital for maintaining mobility and preventing injuries, especially as we age. Whether you’re an athlete, spend long hours working at a desk, or simply looking to improve your hip health overall, incorporating targeted stretches and exercises into your daily routine can yield significant benefits. Here are some of the most effective moves to improve hip flexibility and stability.

Hip Flexor Stretch

Sitting for extended periods can lead to tight hip flexors, causing discomfort and a limited range of motion. Stretching these muscles regularly can help to counteract long hours spent sitting at a desk and relieve tension. Begin by kneeling on one knee with the opposite foot positioned in front of you at a 90-degree angle. Lean forward into the stretch, feeling a gentle pull in the front of your hip. Hold for 20-30 seconds and repeat on the other side.

Glute Bridge

Strengthening the glutes is crucial for hip stability and can also help to prevent lower back pain. One of our favorite moves to target these muscles is glute bridges. Lie flat on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the ground. Lift your hips off the floor until your body forms a straight line from knees to shoulders, making sure to keep your glute muscles engaged. Hold for a few seconds before slowly lowering back down. Aim for 10-15 repetitions, gradually increasing the number as you gain strength.

Pigeon Pose

Pigeon pose is a yoga posture that deeply stretches the outer hips, glutes, and hip rotators. Begin in a tabletop position, then bring one knee forward and place it behind the corresponding wrist. Extend the opposite leg straight back, keeping your hips squared. Slowly lower your upper body toward the floor, feeling a gentle stretch in the hip of the extended leg. Hold for 30-60 seconds and repeat on the other side.

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]]> Stretches for Relief From Sitting at a Desk All Day https://yourdailysportfix.com/stretches-for-relief-from-sitting-at-a-desk-all-day/ Tue, 18 Oct 2022 08:14:00 +0000 https://yourdailysportfix.com/?p=20925 Throughout history, physical discomfort has been a driving force behind the creation of new technology intended to make life easier and less painful. Most of us now have electricity and indoor plumbing, and we no longer need to spend all of our time hunting and gathering in order to survive. On the other hand, modern […]

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]]> Throughout history, physical discomfort has been a driving force behind the creation of new technology intended to make life easier and less painful. Most of us now have electricity and indoor plumbing, and we no longer need to spend all of our time hunting and gathering in order to survive.

On the other hand, modern conveniences have also left many of us working jobs where we’re more or less chained to a desk for hours every day. So much time spent sitting can lead to discomfort of its own, so it’s important to take time to prioritize moving and stretching our bodies. If your 9 to 5 is leaving your legs feeling tight or your back feeling sore, try some of these stretches to find some relief.

Spinal Twists

Sitting in a chair all day can lead to tightness and pain throughout the entire body, but can especially affect your posture. If your back is feeling tight, try lying on the floor, lifting your right leg with a bent knee, then guiding your knee over to the left side. Hold for 5 breaths until you feel the stretch, then repeat on the other side.

Hip Stretches

For tight hips, sit with your legs parallel at 90 degrees and your feet flat on the floor. Lift your right leg and place your right ankle over your left knee to make a figure 4. You should feel a stretch in your right hip, though it shouldn’t be painful. Hold for 5 breaths and repeat on the other side.

Hamstring Stretches

Sit on the floor with your legs extended out in front of you. Bend your knees so you can touch your chest to your thighs. Keeping your chest and thighs together, slowly straighten your legs until you feel a stretch in your hamstrings. Hold for 5-10 breaths.

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]]> If You Lead a Sedentary Lifestyle, Hip Stretches Can Help https://yourdailysportfix.com/if-you-lead-a-sedentary-lifestyle-hip-stretches-can-help/ Wed, 08 Jan 2020 12:38:05 +0000 https://yourdailysportfix.com/?p=7366 As we spend most of our days sitting down, whether it’s in your car, at your desk, or on the couch this can influence the tightness you feel in your hips. Standing up after numerous hours of sitting can be hard as you have held a flexed position for all that time. Stretching the hips and […]

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]]> As we spend most of our days sitting down, whether it’s in your car, at your desk, or on the couch this can influence the tightness you feel in your hips. Standing up after numerous hours of sitting can be hard as you have held a flexed position for all that time. Stretching the hips and moving regularly throughout the day can help open up the hips, improve your mobility, and reduce pain and injury.

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TUTORIAL – Hip opening stretches. Hips mobility is VERY important not only in yoga but in other fitness-related experiments workout and also in our daily life movements. With good hips mobility, we can fully gain the benefits of our workouts and essentially helps to prevent injuries. I always share with my students that even when I have no time, I spend some time stretching daily, just a quick 15 minutes will do to maintain my flexibility. These are couple of my go-to hip stretches that you can try to relieve tightness and increase flexibility of your hips. Try to hold for at least 10 deep breaths each pose. If you have more time or like to go deeper, hold for 2-3 minutes each pose!

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Make sure to stretch your hips out before a workout with active or dynamic stretches, holding for a few seconds and moving in and out of the stretch. After the workout use passive or static stretches by holding each position for about 30 seconds.

Open up the hip flexors each morning, with one leg bent in front and one leg semi-straight behind you on a mat and your hands on the bent leg. This can release pain in your lower back.

https://www.instagram.com/p/B6ygIoVjTAv/

Lie on your back and open up one hip to the side with the leg bent, put the knee on a block to take any pressure away, and hold for 30 seconds.

Sit upright on a mat and put one ankle on your opposite bent knee to open up the hip, make sure to do both sides.

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]]> ersion="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?> hip stretches Archives - yourdailysportfix.com yourdailysportfix.com Wed, 26 Jul 2023 05:56:52 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.2 https://yourdailysportfix.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/cropped-FAVICON_2-32x32.png hip stretches Archives - yourdailysportfix.com 32 32 Stretches to Help You Start Your Day https://yourdailysportfix.com/stretches-to-help-you-start-your-day/ Thu, 27 Jul 2023 16:51:00 +0000 https://yourdailysportfix.com/?p=23445 Do you ever experience neck or back pain after waking up from a rough night’s sleep? If so, then some simple stretches may help you not only alleviate this pain but also provide you with an energy boost to take on the day. Here are some effective stretches to help you get an energized start […]

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]]> Do you ever experience neck or back pain after waking up from a rough night’s sleep? If so, then some simple stretches may help you not only alleviate this pain but also provide you with an energy boost to take on the day. Here are some effective stretches to help you get an energized start to the morning.

Child’s Pose

Go down on all fours and tuck your knees up into your chest. From there, sit up and reach your arms out before placing them on the floor and stretching out as far as you can. This movement will stretch out your hips, pelvis, thighs, and spine.

Cobra Stretch

Lie on your stomach and place your hands next to your chest while ensuring that your elbows remain tucked in at your sides. Push up from the ground gradually, lifting your shoulders and chest while keeping your lower body still. This deep stretch is ideal for loosening your lower back and shoulders.

Neck Rotation

For this one, you can stand or remain seated. Start by looking straight ahead and dropping your shoulders. Once relaxed, keep your chin slightly lowered as you tilt your head back as far as you can without feeling any pain. Return to your original position before doing the same on the left and right sides. This routine should help you to alleviate neck pain and increase mobility.

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]]> 3 Moves to Stretch and Strengthen Your Hips for Better Mobility https://yourdailysportfix.com/3-moves-to-stretch-and-strengthen-your-hips-for-better-mobility/ Sun, 04 Jun 2023 08:19:00 +0000 https://yourdailysportfix.com/?p=23024 Strong and flexible hips are vital for maintaining mobility and preventing injuries, especially as we age. Whether you’re an athlete, spend long hours working at a desk, or simply looking to improve your hip health overall, incorporating targeted stretches and exercises into your daily routine can yield significant benefits. Here are some of the most […]

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]]> Strong and flexible hips are vital for maintaining mobility and preventing injuries, especially as we age. Whether you’re an athlete, spend long hours working at a desk, or simply looking to improve your hip health overall, incorporating targeted stretches and exercises into your daily routine can yield significant benefits. Here are some of the most effective moves to improve hip flexibility and stability.

Hip Flexor Stretch

Sitting for extended periods can lead to tight hip flexors, causing discomfort and a limited range of motion. Stretching these muscles regularly can help to counteract long hours spent sitting at a desk and relieve tension. Begin by kneeling on one knee with the opposite foot positioned in front of you at a 90-degree angle. Lean forward into the stretch, feeling a gentle pull in the front of your hip. Hold for 20-30 seconds and repeat on the other side.

Glute Bridge

Strengthening the glutes is crucial for hip stability and can also help to prevent lower back pain. One of our favorite moves to target these muscles is glute bridges. Lie flat on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the ground. Lift your hips off the floor until your body forms a straight line from knees to shoulders, making sure to keep your glute muscles engaged. Hold for a few seconds before slowly lowering back down. Aim for 10-15 repetitions, gradually increasing the number as you gain strength.

Pigeon Pose

Pigeon pose is a yoga posture that deeply stretches the outer hips, glutes, and hip rotators. Begin in a tabletop position, then bring one knee forward and place it behind the corresponding wrist. Extend the opposite leg straight back, keeping your hips squared. Slowly lower your upper body toward the floor, feeling a gentle stretch in the hip of the extended leg. Hold for 30-60 seconds and repeat on the other side.

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]]> Stretches for Relief From Sitting at a Desk All Day https://yourdailysportfix.com/stretches-for-relief-from-sitting-at-a-desk-all-day/ Tue, 18 Oct 2022 08:14:00 +0000 https://yourdailysportfix.com/?p=20925 Throughout history, physical discomfort has been a driving force behind the creation of new technology intended to make life easier and less painful. Most of us now have electricity and indoor plumbing, and we no longer need to spend all of our time hunting and gathering in order to survive. On the other hand, modern […]

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]]> Throughout history, physical discomfort has been a driving force behind the creation of new technology intended to make life easier and less painful. Most of us now have electricity and indoor plumbing, and we no longer need to spend all of our time hunting and gathering in order to survive.

On the other hand, modern conveniences have also left many of us working jobs where we’re more or less chained to a desk for hours every day. So much time spent sitting can lead to discomfort of its own, so it’s important to take time to prioritize moving and stretching our bodies. If your 9 to 5 is leaving your legs feeling tight or your back feeling sore, try some of these stretches to find some relief.

Spinal Twists

Sitting in a chair all day can lead to tightness and pain throughout the entire body, but can especially affect your posture. If your back is feeling tight, try lying on the floor, lifting your right leg with a bent knee, then guiding your knee over to the left side. Hold for 5 breaths until you feel the stretch, then repeat on the other side.

Hip Stretches

For tight hips, sit with your legs parallel at 90 degrees and your feet flat on the floor. Lift your right leg and place your right ankle over your left knee to make a figure 4. You should feel a stretch in your right hip, though it shouldn’t be painful. Hold for 5 breaths and repeat on the other side.

Hamstring Stretches

Sit on the floor with your legs extended out in front of you. Bend your knees so you can touch your chest to your thighs. Keeping your chest and thighs together, slowly straighten your legs until you feel a stretch in your hamstrings. Hold for 5-10 breaths.

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]]> If You Lead a Sedentary Lifestyle, Hip Stretches Can Help https://yourdailysportfix.com/if-you-lead-a-sedentary-lifestyle-hip-stretches-can-help/ Wed, 08 Jan 2020 12:38:05 +0000 https://yourdailysportfix.com/?p=7366 As we spend most of our days sitting down, whether it’s in your car, at your desk, or on the couch this can influence the tightness you feel in your hips. Standing up after numerous hours of sitting can be hard as you have held a flexed position for all that time. Stretching the hips and […]

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]]> As we spend most of our days sitting down, whether it’s in your car, at your desk, or on the couch this can influence the tightness you feel in your hips. Standing up after numerous hours of sitting can be hard as you have held a flexed position for all that time. Stretching the hips and moving regularly throughout the day can help open up the hips, improve your mobility, and reduce pain and injury.

View this post on Instagram

TUTORIAL – Hip opening stretches. Hips mobility is VERY important not only in yoga but in other fitness-related experiments workout and also in our daily life movements. With good hips mobility, we can fully gain the benefits of our workouts and essentially helps to prevent injuries. I always share with my students that even when I have no time, I spend some time stretching daily, just a quick 15 minutes will do to maintain my flexibility. These are couple of my go-to hip stretches that you can try to relieve tightness and increase flexibility of your hips. Try to hold for at least 10 deep breaths each pose. If you have more time or like to go deeper, hold for 2-3 minutes each pose!

A post shared by ErinOng | Yoga & Fitness (@erin.yogi) on

Make sure to stretch your hips out before a workout with active or dynamic stretches, holding for a few seconds and moving in and out of the stretch. After the workout use passive or static stretches by holding each position for about 30 seconds.

Open up the hip flexors each morning, with one leg bent in front and one leg semi-straight behind you on a mat and your hands on the bent leg. This can release pain in your lower back.

https://www.instagram.com/p/B6ygIoVjTAv/

Lie on your back and open up one hip to the side with the leg bent, put the knee on a block to take any pressure away, and hold for 30 seconds.

Sit upright on a mat and put one ankle on your opposite bent knee to open up the hip, make sure to do both sides.

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