{"id":61258,"date":"2024-06-25T13:23:49","date_gmt":"2024-06-25T13:23:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=61258"},"modified":"2024-06-25T13:23:49","modified_gmt":"2024-06-25T13:23:49","slug":"benefits-of-stretching-in-the-morning","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-stretching-in-the-morning\/","title":{"rendered":"What are the Benefits of Stretching In the Morning?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-stretching-in-the-morning\/#Is_it_good_to_stretch_as_soon_as_you_wake_up\" >Is it good to stretch as soon as you wake up?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-stretching-in-the-morning\/#How_many_minutes_should_I_stretch_in_the_morning\" >How many minutes should I stretch in the morning?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-stretching-in-the-morning\/#Is_stretching_a_good_morning_routine\" >Is stretching a good morning routine?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-stretching-in-the-morning\/#Increased_range_of_motion\" >Increased range of motion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-stretching-in-the-morning\/#Enhanced_flexibility\" >Enhanced flexibility<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-stretching-in-the-morning\/#Decreased_back_pain\" >Decreased back pain<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-stretching-in-the-morning\/#Improved_mood_and_focus\" >Improved mood and focus<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-stretching-in-the-morning\/#Better_physical_performance\" >Better physical performance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-stretching-in-the-morning\/#Increased_blood_flow\" >Increased blood flow<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-stretching-in-the-morning\/#Better_posture\" >Better posture<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-stretching-in-the-morning\/#Stress_Relief\" >Stress Relief<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-stretching-in-the-morning\/#Is_it_good_to_stretch_every_day\" >Is it good to stretch every day?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-stretching-in-the-morning\/#Move1_Vertical_Stretch\" >Move#1 Vertical Stretch<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-stretching-in-the-morning\/#Move_2_Standing_stretch\" >Move #2 Standing stretch<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-stretching-in-the-morning\/#Move_3_Side_Stretch\" >Move #3 Side Stretch<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-stretching-in-the-morning\/#Move_4_Forearm_Stretch\" >Move #4 Forearm Stretch<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-stretching-in-the-morning\/#Move_5_Core_Stretch\" >Move #5 Core Stretch<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-stretching-in-the-morning\/#Move_6_Knees-to-chest_stretch\" >Move #6 Knees-to-chest stretch<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-stretching-in-the-morning\/#Move_7_Cat-cow_stretch\" >Move #7 Cat-cow stretch<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-stretching-in-the-morning\/#Move_8_Childs_pose\" >Move #8 Child\u2019s pose<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-stretching-in-the-morning\/#How_long_should_I_stretch_in_the_morning\" >How long should I stretch in the morning?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-stretching-in-the-morning\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-stretching-in-the-morning\/#What_happens_if_you_dont_stretch_after_waking_up\" >What happens if you don&#8217;t stretch after waking up?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-stretching-in-the-morning\/#What_happens_when_you_stretch_first_thing_in_the_morning\" >What happens when you stretch first thing in the morning?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-stretching-in-the-morning\/#What_time_of_day_is_best_to_stretch\" >What time of day is best to stretch?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-stretching-in-the-morning\/#Can_stretching_make_you_tired\" >Can stretching make you tired?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-stretching-in-the-morning\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Waking up early, especially on a work day is tough: you barely open your eyes and yearn to press the snooze button. And when you do, it won\u2019t help you refresh yourself as noted in research that snoozing is more harmful than good..\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;&lt;a href=&quot;&quot;https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=benefits_of_stretching_in_the_morning&quot;&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;video autoplay=&quot;autoplay&quot; loop=&quot;loop&quot; muted=&quot;muted&quot; playsinline=&quot;playsinline&quot; width=&quot;777&quot;&gt;&lt;source src=&quot;&quot;https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4&quot;&quot; type=&quot;video\/mp4&quot; \/&gt;&lt;\/video&gt;&lt;\/a&gt;&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:256,&quot;11&quot;:3}\" data-sheets-formula=\"=replace(R[-12]C[0],SEARCH(&quot;LINK TO QUIZ&quot;,R[-12]C[0]),LEN(&quot;LINK TO QUIZ&quot;),R8C[0])\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=benefits_of_stretching_in_the_morning\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One thing that isn\u2019t on the harmful list of habits in the morning is stretching &#8211; the first thing we often do once we push away from our beds, yawning and rubbing our eyes. It seems like stretching is one of the essential rituals that causes you to prepare for the rest of the day.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Raising your arms to the ceiling can help to stretch your back and neck. You look up and then down, understanding that it\u2019s high time you started your day. No wonder stretching is so profound and simple at the same time.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aside from being a common practice, there is a wide pool of scientifically-based evidence citing stretching as a top-notch activity for early birds. Today we\u2019re going to go deeper into the morning <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/stretching-calisthenics\/\">stretching routine<\/a>\u00a0 &#8211; what are the <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-stretching-before-bed\/\">benefits of stretching<\/a> in the morning?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the end, you\u2019ll find the 8 easy beginner-friendly stretching moves to liven up your morning routine.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_good_to_stretch_as_soon_as_you_wake_up\"><\/span><b>Is it good to stretch as soon as you wake up?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stretching after we wake up is good for a majority of people. Interestingly, we often stretch out \u201cinstinctively\u201d moving our bodies from side to side.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This act has an official title &#8211; pandiculation &#8211; involuntary stretching of soft tissues, which occurs in most animal species and human beings (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/21665102\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). It happens because during sleep we don\u2019t move our bodies much and then when awake we feel the need to stretch to increase the blood flow and oxygen to our muscles, which helps the body wake up.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This, in turn, makes our body more flexible and ready for complex movement.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_many_minutes_should_I_stretch_in_the_morning\"><\/span><b>How many minutes should I stretch in the morning?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether or not you\u2019re dealing with <\/span><b><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/static-vs-dynamic-stretching\/\">Static Vs Dynamic Stretching<\/a>,<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> the key here is your consistency and not the timing itself. The American College of Sports and Medicine recommends stretching at least two to three times a week (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.acsm.org\/blog-detail\/acsm-certified-blog\/2021\/03\/18\/stretching-and-flexibility-guidelines-update\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This article recommends that adults should hold a static stretch for 10 to 30 seconds while older adults should aim for 30 to 60 seconds.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do what works for you as long as you\u2019re capable of perpetuating the routine. If it\u2019s five minutes per day three times a week &#8211; great, if it\u2019s 15 minutes daily &#8211; also fine.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consistency along with your proper form, technique and breathing is vital.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition, the timing of stretching may also depend on your further activities. If you\u2019re preparing yourself for a long run, then dynamic quick stretches may be ideal for you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re using them as a cool-down after an exercise, then holding longer static stretches takes the win here.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember one thing: starting your day with morning stretches should not involve difficult poses, especially when you\u2019re a beginner. Try not to overstretch your body and do what feels good to you. In this case, listening to your body is another pro tip.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>BetterMe app will kick you out of the mental funk, shake off your extra weight, rid you off your energy-zapping habits, and help you sculpt the body of your dreams. Intrigued? Hurry up and <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=benefits_of_stretching_in_the_morning\">change your life for the better! <\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_stretching_a_good_morning_routine\"><\/span><b>Is stretching a good morning routine?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, whether it\u2019s stretching in the morning or at night, you cause your body to wake up by invigorating your stiff muscles. Integrating at least 5 minutes of stretching every morning offers powerful health benefits which you may notice after a couple of weeks.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You literally prepare your body for future movements and have an increased ability to boost your chances of waking up faster.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We have collected the 9 essential stretching benefits for you of stretching not only in the morning but at any part of the day\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increased range of motion<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enhanced flexibility<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Decreased back pain<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Improved mood and focus<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Better physical performance<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increased blood flow<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Better posture<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stress Relief<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=benefits_of_stretching_in_the_morning\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30039 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/20.png\" alt=\"benefits of stretching in the morning\" \/>\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now let\u2019s take a closer look at all the benefits:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Increased_range_of_motion\"><\/span><b>Increased range of motion<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you stretch regularly, you might improve your ability to move your joints through their full range of motion, allowing greater comfort and efficiency in physical activities.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Research indicates that both static stretching (holding the stretch for a prolonged period of time) and dynamic stretching (actively stretching to increase the range of motion and prepare for a fast paced movement or exercise), may help extend the range of motion, promoting performance by increasing muscle pliability and alleviating stiffness (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/link.springer.com\/article\/10.1007\/s40279-017-0797-9\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Enhanced_flexibility\"><\/span><b>Enhanced flexibility<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to research, stretching is one of the most effective ways to enhance flexibility (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/333655555_Acute_Effects_of_Stretching_on_Flexibility_and_Performance_A_Narrative_Review\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). This is beneficial to your overall well-being as good flexibility allows you to perform better not only at the gym but also deal with your daily activities easily.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This applies to sitting, standing, walking, lifting, etc.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Decreased_back_pain\"><\/span><b>Decreased back pain<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A recent study reports that an <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/active-stretching\/\"><span data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;active stretching&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:831,&quot;3&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:0},&quot;4&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:16777215},&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:[{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0}},{&quot;1&quot;:0,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;3&quot;:3},{&quot;1&quot;:1,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;4&quot;:1}]},&quot;6&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:[{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0}},{&quot;1&quot;:0,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;3&quot;:3},{&quot;1&quot;:1,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;4&quot;:1}]},&quot;7&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:[{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0}},{&quot;1&quot;:0,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;3&quot;:3},{&quot;1&quot;:1,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;4&quot;:1}]},&quot;8&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:[{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0}},{&quot;1&quot;:0,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;3&quot;:3},{&quot;1&quot;:1,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;4&quot;:1}]},&quot;11&quot;:3,&quot;12&quot;:0}\">active stretching<\/span>\u00a0<\/a>routine helps ease lower back pain (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nih.gov\/news-events\/nih-research-matters\/yoga-or-stretching-eases-low-back-pain\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now, more about the study: participants were assigned to 1 of 3 groups.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Two groups had to perform 12 weekly 75-minute classes of either yoga (92 participants) or stretching exercises supervised by a licensed physical therapist.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The researchers found that the effectiveness of stretching was similar to yoga at 6 weeks, 3 months, and 6 months.\u00a0 Additionally, yoga and stretching participants reduced their medication use for back pain. Those who took yoga or stretching classes also had better back functioning to perform daily tasks. This shows that stretching in any form will have benefits for the body.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Improved_mood_and_focus\"><\/span><b>Improved mood and focus<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One research finding suggests that stretching could be an elixir for better mood and cognitive performance, helping people feel calmer and more focused on the tasks (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/journals.sagepub.com\/doi\/10.1177\/0031512519888304\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Hence, instead of scrolling on the phone between your working hours to relax, try stretching and see how beneficial it could be for an upcoming task that you are about to start working on.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Better_physical_performance\"><\/span><b>Better physical performance<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s no rocket science that with better flexibility you can perform better at the gym or other sports you like. Since stretching prepares your muscles for movements and improves flexibility, it perpetuates a decreased likelihood of injury while doing physical activities which can then catalyze increased performance in that activity.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><strong>Read more: <\/strong><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/stretching-calisthenics\/\"><i>This Stretching Calisthenics Routine Will Have You Loose and Limber for Your Next Workout<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Increased_blood_flow\"><\/span><b>Increased blood flow<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As we don\u2019t move much during our sleep, our heart rate decreases and blood pressure falls. When you wake up and stretch, you help your body increase blood flow to muscles, which boosts oxygen levels and provides your muscles with essential nutrients.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stretching is a great metabolic waste remover, as it helps remove uric acid, carbon dioxide, and ammonia (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/benefits-of-stretching#benefits\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Better_posture\"><\/span><b>Better posture<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Out of many benefits of stretching everyday, this one is arguably the most desirable as poor posture leads to back pain, especially in those who sit at their desks during working hours or follow a sedentary lifestyle.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Research shows that regular stretching helps strengthen the affected muscle groups and improve posture (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jmptonline.org\/article\/S0161-4754(16)30247-0\/fulltext\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stress_Relief\"><\/span><b>Stress Relief<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When we\u2019re stressed, we may end up with tightened and tense muscles which leads to pain, especially in the neck, shoulders, back, and head. Stretching movements can help loosen muscles in response to stress and even aid your body\u2019s ability to recover from stress (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/benefits-of-stretching#benefits\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=benefits_of_stretching_in_the_morning\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30039 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/24.png\" alt=\"benefits of stretching in the morning\" \/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=benefits_of_stretching_in_the_morning\">\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_good_to_stretch_every_day\"><\/span><b>Is it good to stretch every day?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, the benefits of stretching everyday will offer a number of benefits, from improved flexibility to better posture.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many people check their phones as they wake up, which can be thought to be an effective way to refresh themselves. Yet, scrolling your phone in the morning may be harmful, whereas substituting that with stretching is a great alternative you can choose each and every day.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may choose<\/span><b><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/static-stretches\/\"> Static Stretches<\/a>, <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">dynamic, or<\/span><b><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/wall-stretches\/\"> Wall Stretches<\/a>. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can help your body relieve the stiffness and be more prepared for daily activities.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To your attention, we have piled 8 powerful and easy stretching movements you can experiment with in your mornings (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/morning-stretches#stretching-in-bed\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Spare 5 to 10 minutes for this and you will do your body a huge favor.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Move1_Vertical_Stretch\"><\/span><b>Move#1 Vertical Stretch<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stand straight and extend both arms above the head as high as possible.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold like this for as long as is comfortable, while taking deep, slow breaths.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repeat as desired.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Move_2_Standing_stretch\"><\/span><b>Move #2 Standing stretch<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stand up straight and link your hands behind your back.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pull the shoulders back, then lift the clasped hands upward as far as is comfortable.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold the position while breathing deeply and slowly for 3\u20134 deep breaths.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repeat as desired.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Move_3_Side_Stretch\"><\/span><b>Move #3 Side Stretch<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stand and stretch the right arm straight up.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Grip the right wrist with your left hand and pull the right arm gently toward the left side. Make sure the right arm is over the right ear.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep the knees straight and engage in deep, slow breathing.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold the stretch for several breaths and return to a neutral standing position.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repeat on the left side.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Move_4_Forearm_Stretch\"><\/span><b>Move #4 Forearm Stretch<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stand and extend the right arm across the body toward the left side.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hook the left arm around the right elbow gently pulling the right arm closer to the body.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold the position and take a few breaths.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Return to a neutral position and switch sides.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Move_5_Core_Stretch\"><\/span><b>Move #5 Core Stretch<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stand and place the left foot slightly forward, twisting the torso to the right.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold this position for several deep breaths.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repeat on the other side, placing your right foot slightly forward.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Move_6_Knees-to-chest_stretch\"><\/span><b>Move #6 Knees-to-chest stretch<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lie flat on the floor, and slowly lift one knee toward the chest.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold the knee with both hands and take several deep breaths.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repeat with the other leg.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Move_7_Cat-cow_stretch\"><\/span><b>Move #7 Cat-cow stretch<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get on all fours, placing your arms at shoulder-width apart.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inhale while lowering the belly. Your back should be curved downward. Lift the tailbone and lower your stomach towards the floor. Breathe in deeply.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exhale by lowering the chin downward to draw the navel up. Round your back, tucking in the tailbone. Keep the hips over the knees.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repeat a few times.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Move_8_Childs_pose\"><\/span><b>Move #8 Child\u2019s pose<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get in the kneeling position, and raise your arms above the head.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Move your arms down slowly, and stretch forward until your palms and torso touch the floor, or as close as comfortable for you.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Push the hands forward, away from the body while relaxing the shoulders.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold the position for three deep breaths.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Lean and toned up body isn\u2019t just a far-fetched fantasy. Check out the BetterMe app and watch it <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=benefits_of_stretching_in_the_morning\">propel your weight loss journey <\/a> into high gear!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_should_I_stretch_in_the_morning\"><\/span><b>How long should I stretch in the morning?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Adults on average should spend at least 60 seconds per stretching exercise. For example, if you are able to hold one pose for 10 to 15 seconds and then repeat it on the other side, this will then count as 20 to 30 seconds. Finally repeat this same process 1 more time for the 30 second hold or 2 more times for the 20 second hold and that will get you to 60 seconds total (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/staying-healthy\/the-ideal-stretching-routine\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, if you can hold a stretch longer or narrow it down to shorter sessions, that can be effective too.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Essentially, you need to focus on how your body feels and be sure to stay consistent with stretching. Try to stretch in the morning for a whole month. Even after the first week you could observe positive changes in your body.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><strong>Read more: <\/strong><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/somatic-stretching\/\"><i>Somatic Stretching &#8211; Build Your Body Awareness Through a Soothing Motion<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=benefits_of_stretching_in_the_morning\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30039 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/25.png\" alt=\"benefits of stretching in the morning\" \/>\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span><b>FAQs<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_if_you_dont_stretch_after_waking_up\"><\/span><strong>What happens if you don&#8217;t stretch after waking up?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you don\u2019t stretch after waking up, this could potentially cause your muscles to stay tense and stiff. This consequently leads to a decrease in the pliability of your muscles, which would make it challenging for them to properly extend to their full range of motion. If your muscles are weak and not pliable, you elevate your chances of muscle damage and strains.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Still, if you\u2019re not the early bird who wants to stretch in the morning, try to simply move your body by walking on the spot faster, doing jumping jacks, or other engaging activities that would help prevent muscle weakness. <\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_when_you_stretch_first_thing_in_the_morning\"><\/span><strong>What happens when you stretch first thing in the morning?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">People who stretch in the morning help their bodies prepare for the upcoming day and perform daily activities more effectively and easily: they can improve their flexibility, enhance their range of motion, get a better posture, reduce lower back pain, and boost their mood and cognitive functioning.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On top of that, they can increase their blood flow to the muscles, relieve stress, and enhance their physical performance.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_time_of_day_is_best_to_stretch\"><\/span><strong>What time of day is best to stretch?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Morning is one of the best times to stretch out since your muscles tend to get stiffer during the night because of the lack of movement. Stretching in the morning for at least 5 minutes a day is an effective ritual to invigorate your body and perform better during the day.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yet, if morning is not a suitable time for you, you can choose any other period of the day, since the key here is consistency which over time can turn into a positive habit and further turn into your new daily routine. <\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_stretching_make_you_tired\"><\/span><strong>Can stretching make you tired?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prolonged stretching can make you tired. Therefore, beginners should aim for shorter stretching sessions, for about 5 to 10 minutes. Yet, in some cases, we <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">stretch when we are tired &#8211; this can help us regain power a bit and move on with our tasks.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;&lt;a href=&quot;&quot;https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=benefits_of_stretching_in_the_morning&quot;&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;video autoplay=&quot;autoplay&quot; loop=&quot;loop&quot; muted=&quot;muted&quot; playsinline=&quot;playsinline&quot; width=&quot;777&quot;&gt;&lt;source src=&quot;&quot;https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-1.mp4&quot;&quot; type=&quot;video\/mp4&quot; \/&gt;&lt;\/video&gt;&lt;\/a&gt;&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:256,&quot;11&quot;:3}\" data-sheets-formula=\"=replace(R[-12]C[0],SEARCH(&quot;LINK TO QUIZ&quot;,R[-12]C[0]),LEN(&quot;LINK TO QUIZ&quot;),R8C[0])\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=benefits_of_stretching_in_the_morning\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-1.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><b>The Bottom Line<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stretching is a great habit everyone can integrate into their morning routine but what are the benefits of stretching in the morning?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Today we have brought out 9 major benefits of daily morning stretches. They involve an increased<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> range of motion, enhanced flexibility, lowered back pain, improved mood and focus, better physical performance, increased blood flow, better posture, and stress relief.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On top of that, you have learned the 8 simple stretching movements to spice up your morning routine.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The length of stretching exercises is individual. Preferably you should spend 60 seconds per exercise. That said, with any exercise please be aware of your body and what your limitations are. Additionally, contact a medical professional to be sure that your body will be able to complete exercise or stretching without any harmful consequences.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Waking up early, especially on a work day is tough: you barely open your eyes and yearn to press the snooze button. 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