Do a 5-minute full-body stretch each morning

Stretch your neck, arms, back and legs as soon as you get up.

Why it helps

A short stretch loosens you up after sleep. It sets a gentle tone for the day.

How to do it

1. Stretch your arms overhead and side to side.
2. Fold forward and hang for 30 seconds.
3. Do a lunge stretch on each side.

Make it easier

Do only the arm stretch and forward fold.

Make it harder

Hold each stretch for a full minute.

Move gently and stop if you feel pain.