Stand tall with feet hip-width apart and reach both arms overhead
Inhale deeply and lengthen the torso upward
Gently lean backward from the upper back while keeping the hips forward
Hold the stretch for 15 to 30 seconds
Return to center slowly
Interlace fingers and reach upward to create a full-body stretch
Side-bend to the left while keeping both feet grounded
Side-bend to the right while keeping both feet grounded
Perform a standing cobra stretch by placing hands on the lower back and lifting the chest
Lie on your stomach and press up into a gentle cobra pose
Keep the hips and pelvis on the floor during the cobra stretch
Breathe slowly and deeply throughout each stretch
Repeat each stretch 2 to 4 times
Stop if you feel pain or discomfort