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Flexibility Stretches for Full-Body Range

A balanced collection of stretches for hips, hamstrings, calves, shoulders, and spine.

Use this hub when your goal is general flexibility rather than one pain point or sport.

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9

matching guided routines

42

individual stretches

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Guided routines for flexibility

Exercises

Stretches for flexibility

1:00spine

Cat-Cow Warmup

Move slowly between rounding and arching your back. Match each movement to a steady breath.

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1:00spine

Standing Roll Down

Soften your knees and roll down one vertebra at a time, then rebuild your posture slowly.

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1:30neck shoulders

Doorway Chest Opener

Place forearms on a doorway or wall corner, then step through gently until the chest opens.

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1:30hips

Seated Figure Four

Cross one ankle over the opposite thigh and hinge forward with a long spine.

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2:00full body

World's Greatest Stretch

Move from lunge to elbow drop to open rotation, staying controlled through each position.

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1:30hamstrings

Hamstring Floss

Shift between a bent-knee lunge and a straightened front leg to glide the hamstring.

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1:30spine

Thread the Needle

Slide one arm under the chest and rotate gently through the upper back.

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2:00spine

Supine Twist

Let both knees fall to one side while the opposite shoulder stays heavy.

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1:30calves feet

Calf Wall Stretch

Press the back heel down with toes forward and lean into the wall.

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2:00hips

Pigeon Variation

Set up a comfortable pigeon shape or use a reclined figure four if your hips prefer it.

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3:00recovery

Legs Up the Wall

Rest your legs up a wall or couch and let the breath become slower.

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2:00hips

Butterfly Forward Fold

Bring soles of the feet together and fold forward with a rounded, relaxed spine.

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1:15neck shoulders

Scapular Wall Slides

Stand against a wall and slide elbows upward while keeping ribs soft.

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1:00neck shoulders

Cross-Body Shoulder Stretch

Draw one arm across the chest and keep both shoulders low.

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1:00neck shoulders

Overhead Triceps Stretch

Reach one elbow overhead and let the hand rest down the upper back.

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1:15neck shoulders

Eagle Arms

Wrap arms or hold opposite shoulders, then breathe between the shoulder blades.

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1:30neck shoulders

Puppy Pose

Keep hips over knees and walk hands forward until the chest softens toward the mat.

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1:30spine

Open Book Rotation

Lie on one side with knees stacked and open the top arm like a book.

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1:15spine

Sphinx Press

Prop onto forearms and gently lengthen the chest forward.

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1:30spine

Seated Spinal Twist

Sit tall, cross one leg if comfortable, and rotate gently from the ribs.

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1:30hips

Adductor Rock Back

Extend one leg to the side and rock hips back until the inner thigh stretches.

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2:00hips

Frog Stretch

Widen the knees, support yourself on forearms, and shift hips back gently.

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2:00hips

90/90 Hip Switch

Sit in a 90/90 shape and rotate both knees side to side with control.

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1:30hips

90/90 Forward Fold

Fold over the front shin from a 90/90 position while keeping the spine long.

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1:30hips

Deep Squat Hold

Sink into a comfortable squat and use elbows or a block for support.

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1:45hips

Lizard Lunge

Step into a wide lunge with both hands inside the front foot.

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1:30hips

Happy Baby

Lie on your back, hold feet or thighs, and let the knees drop wide.

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2:00hamstrings

Supine Hamstring Strap

Loop a strap or towel around one foot and extend the leg toward the ceiling.

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2:00hamstrings

Wide-Leg Forward Fold

Stand with feet wide, hinge at the hips, and let the torso fold toward the floor.

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1:30hamstrings

Pyramid Stretch

Step one foot back, square the hips, and fold over the front leg.

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1:30full body

Downward Dog Pedal

Lift hips into downward dog and alternate bending one knee while lengthening the other heel.

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1:15calves feet

Ankle Knee-to-Wall

Drive one knee toward the wall while keeping the heel planted.

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1:30hips

Shin Box Lift

Sit in a shin box position and lift the hips slightly, then lower with control.

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1:30neck shoulders

Lat Prayer Stretch

Place elbows on a bench or chair and sink the chest down with hands together.

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1:30neck shoulders

Supine Pec Stretch

Lie face down or slightly rotated with one arm out to the side to open the chest.

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1:30neck shoulders

Wall Angels

Stand against a wall and slowly move arms between goalpost and overhead positions.

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1:15hamstrings

Hamstring Sweep

Reach hips back, straighten the front leg, and sweep hands toward the toes.

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1:00calves feet

Reclined Ankle Circles

Lie back, lift one leg slightly, and circle the ankle in both directions.

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2:30neck shoulders

Supported Fish

Lie back over a pillow or bolster and let the chest open.

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2:30recovery

Supported Forward Fold

Fold forward over pillows or a chair so the body can fully relax.

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3:00recovery

Constructive Rest

Lie on your back with knees bent and feet planted, letting the body settle.

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2:30hamstrings

Wall Hamstring Scoot

Lie near a wall with one leg up and adjust distance until the stretch is steady.

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FAQ

How do I build flexibility?

Repeat a small set of comfortable stretches several times per week and use support so the positions are sustainable.

Should flexibility training be painful?

No. Strong discomfort usually makes the body guard. Use a clear but manageable stretch sensation.