Welcome to the Rib Twist & Shout exercise!

If you're looking to target your arms, core, and balance, the Rib Twist is an ideal choice for you.

This exercise is much more challenging than it appears, but in the best possible way, as it effectively engages your muscles.

For a slightly easier ...

Introducing the Double Calf Stretch!

DCS holds a spot in my top 5 exercises.

Usually, I teach this move with the half-foam roller under the balls of your feet, but going flat-footed is equally effective!

To wrap it up, I like adding a bit of cat/cow movement to invigorate the spine and feet.
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Explore the Figure Four Stretch in 4 different ways! This stretch is excellent for improving hip flexibility, relieving knee discomfort, and easing tension in the inner thighs. Give each variation a try, and share your favorite with us!

Let's dive into the world of Calf Raises, also known as Calf Elevators, Heel Raises, or Relevés!

No matter what you choose to call them, these exercises are simply fantastic.

Calf Raises offer numerous benefits, such as:
- Strengthening your ankles.
- Enhancing your walking gait.
- Providing a...

Welcome to "Crack the Back!" (or the less wordy "Thoracic Stretch Over the Half Foam Roller").

It is currently my favorite exercise to teach.

This movement is fantastic for:
- Releasing tension in the upper back.
- Improving shoulder mobility.
- Enhancing your breathing.

Believe me, this exer...

Welcome to the Chest Expansion exercise, also known as the Posterior Block Hold.

Despite its deceptively simple appearance, this exercise is surprisingly challenging!

I prefer using a half-foam roller for this because a yoga block is too narrow for my shoulders to engage effectively.

Chest Exp...

Today's focus is on the calf stretch, soleus stretch, and twist.

The Calf Stretch Series works on:
-ankle mobility
-soleus stretching
-yield in all the calf muscles

Welcome to Forearm Stretches!

It's time to focus on your forearms for a comprehensive approach to wrist and arm health.

Forearm Stretching provides numerous benefits, including:
- Preventing carpal tunnel syndrome
- Alleviating discomfort from conditions like tennis elbow
- Easing the tension ...

Help your friends with tight hamstrings with these two favorite hamstring stretches. Hamstring stretching benefits include flexibility, low back tension relief, and calf opening. Seated and standing versions are demonstrated with exciting variations. Can you spot them all?

Discover the hidden challenge of the Cobbler and Cross-Legged Stretch! This exercise is a stealthy but effective way to:
- Release tight inner thighs
- Ease cranky hips
- Relieve stress in the pelvic floor

You can start with the butterfly version, which gently opens the hips with the soles of yo...

Welcome to the Crescent Stretch Series!

This series offers an upright version of the Crescent Stretch along with some leg variations to enhance the experience.

While I've found the lying-down version challenging, the upright version suits me perfectly.

In this routine, I've included a kicks...

Welcome to the Posterior Arm Reach + Supination exercise, a valuable addition to your corrective routine.

While I might use the term "nemesis" for this exercise, it often means we should incorporate it more regularly into our workouts.

Given our forward-focused lives, it's essential to challeng...

Discover the importance of neutral legs and how to achieve them in this tutorial. It's not just about aesthetics; neutral legs can alleviate knee pain, correct foot pronation, and address hip discomfort. Learn how to bring balance to your legs for a healthier you.

In this video, we'll be exploring the "Legs on the Wall" stretch – a personal favorite of mine for a couple of reasons:
1. This stretch holds a special place in my heart because I used to perform to this song during my college days.
2. Straddle stretches are my go-to, and I'm excited to share the...

Introducing the Iliacus Release!

But first, what's the Iliacus, you ask?

In short, it's a muscle that runs alongside your psoas, sometimes collectively referred to as the iliopsoas. However, the iliacus is now the preferred term.

Consider this a quick anatomy lesson!

Now, let's get to why ...

Head Hang is a great exercise to unlock neck tension.

Now, let me ask you some questions:
❓Do you spend a lot of time on your device?
❓Are you a dedicated Zoomer?
❓Is your life primarily lived through your computer screen?

If you answered yes to any of those, you're in good company.

It might ...

Introducing the Hip List Progression!

This sequence offers a gradual progression from easy to challenging, making it suitable for various skill levels:
1️⃣ If you struggle with standing on one leg, start with exercise 1️⃣.
2️⃣ If exercise 1️⃣ feels comfortable, advance to exercise 2️⃣.
3️⃣ And i...

Welcome to Pelvic Rocking, also known as "Click Clack," a fantastic exercise to enhance your pelvis and lower back flexibility.

Most of us have limited flexibility in these areas, but fear not, as we're about to use a half-foam roller to improve mobility.

Pelvic Rocking offers several benefits,...

Welcome to the Inner Thigh Stretch, a powerful exercise to address specific leg concerns.

Do any of these apply to you?
- Do you walk with a narrower leg stance?
- Struggle with knocked knees?
- Experience knee pain?

If so, the Inner Thigh Stretch can be incredibly beneficial.

In this exercis...

Let's talk about Head Ramping—a move that stirs up a bit of a love/hate relationship for me.

Here's the scoop:
I completely get it; most of us exist in a forward head posture. Our modern environment practically encourages this tendency.

Now, my personal dilemma stems from having unintentional...

Do you experience knee discomfort?
Is your knee sore or crackly?
Do you have control over your kneecaps?

Can you consciously lift and lower them as needed?

Many mindful movement professionals often cue to lift the kneecaps for various reasons.

However, it turns out that most people strugg...

Introducing Monster Walks, or as I lovingly call them, Penguin Walks.

Monster Walks are designed to:
• Strengthen your hip muscles.
• Challenge your balance and stability.
• Promote knee health.

All you need is a resistance band—loop it above your knees and give these moves a try for a challeng...

Welcome to the Spinal Twist + Figure 4 Twist series!

I've previously demonstrated this series during the #exerciseadvent challenge, but it's worth revisiting (this time with improved lighting and camera skills)!

When you rotate your torso, do you twist or roll?

Imagine wringing out a towel v...

Welcome to the Lunge Series, also referred to as the Psoas Lunge.

This exercise is highly versatile and allows for various variations, making it a favorite of mine.

The Lunge Series offers a wide range of benefits, including:
- A challenging balance component.
- A thorough hip flexor stretch....