Thursday, January 4, 2024

Sickness and a Change of Pace

The yearly cold virus has taken up residence in my head and prevented me from doing my usual workout routine ... no running, no lifting, no high-intensity cardio.

Since last Saturday, daily stretching and mobility work have been the norm.  It's ok to back off and let your body recover.


The mobility/stretching mat has been my main workout companion this week.  Try this routine for a chance to work out the kinks in your muscles.

Use the foam roller first to hit the back, chest, legs and arms, then do the following mobility moves...

World's Greatest Stretch

90/90 Leg Drops with knees bent

Pigeon Lunge

Low Lunge

Thread the Needle

Half Angels with back on the floor

Scorpions

Down Dog Pose (releases the upper back and shoulders)




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