The Importance of Morning Mobility

By Jessica Mendoza, Certification Candidate

Mobility is defined as the ability to move or be moved freely and easily. Nowadays, our bodies can’t withstand certain movements or activities of daily living due to the effects of technology.  The constant use of electrical devices have caused our bodies to adapt to poor posture and limit the movement of our joints.  This is why our bodies feel stiff and tight when performing activities of daily living. Our bodies no longer have the flexibility or mobility to do everyday movements because have become use to the imbalances of our bodies.

Poor posture can cause many injuries and can be the root to someone’s pain.  It can be the cause of headaches, neck pain, back pain and many more injuries. Since technology is apart of everyday life, we can’t avoid using these devices, but instead we can be mindful towards our bodies. This act of mindfulness can be done at the beginning of each day.  

A mobility routine should be done every morning to help warm up the body and relieve any tightness from sleeping. It helps increase the mobility and flexibility of our muscles and joints. Since we can’t control our posture while sleeping, we can reduce the risk of any injuries by warming up the body before starting the day.  

Here is a Morning Mobility Routine video that targets the entire body to help get the body moving. ​

Whole Body Morning Mobility Routine

1. Child pose into Cobra pose (Hold each pose for 5 seconds before switching)
2. Active Pigeon Pose (Hold each pose for 5 seconds before switching)
3. Cat/ cow (Hold each pose for 5 seconds before switching)
4. Thoracic anchors
5. Side lying archers
6. Knee to chest into ankle circles
7. Neck circles

 
Do each exercise 3 times and take your time while doing the routine. Lastly don’t forget to breathe.
 
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