Beginner's Guide to Basic Stretches

Our stretching guides are organized by muscle group so you can quickly find the routine that fits your needs. Each guide walks you through proper form, breathing cues, and tips for getting the most out of every stretch.

Hip Flexor Stretches

Tight hip flexors are one of the most common issues for people who sit for long periods. Our hip flexor guides include the Kneeling Hip Flexor Stretch, Foam Rolling for Hip Flexors, Kneeling Bench Hip Flexor, Quick Standing Hip Flexor Routine, Ultimate Lying Hip Flexor Stretch, and Pigeon Pose.

Hamstring Stretches

Flexible hamstrings support your lower back and improve your overall mobility. Explore our Hurdler Hamstring Stretch, Standing Hamstring Stretch Using a Step, Seated Hamstring Stretch, Lying Hamstring Stretch with Strap, and Standing Toe Touch Stretch.

Lower Back Stretches

If you deal with lower back tightness or discomfort, these stretches can help. We cover Cat Cow Stretch, Child's Pose, Chair Spinal Twist, Knees to Chest Stretch, Forward Bend Lower Back Stretch, and Piriformis Stretch.

Abs & Core Stretches

A strong, flexible core is the foundation of good movement. Our core guides include Standing Back Bend, External Obliques Stretch, Cat-Cow Abdominal Focus, Cobra for Abs, Standing Side Bend, and Plank for Abs.

Upper Back Stretches

Relieve upper back tension with our Chair Stretch for Upper Back, Upper Back Trunk Rotation, Upper Back Cat Cow Stretch, Upper Back Child's Pose, Thread the Needle Stretch, and Upper Back Seated Twist.

Quadriceps Stretches

Keep your quads loose and strong with Standing Quadriceps Stretch, Lying Quadriceps Stretch, Kneeling Quadriceps Stretch, Foam Rolling Quadriceps, Reverse Nordic Curl, and Pigeon Pose Stretch.