Mobility & Flexibility

After many, many years in the fitness industry, with all the fads and trends, I’ve realised that one of the most important, if not the most important elements to a healthy body and mind is mobility and flexibility. I spent many years concentrating on weights and HIIT training, which although they are also crucial, I mostly neglected both mobility and flexibility.

However, in the last few years working on these areas, I can honestly say I feel 20 years younger! In fact, almost better than when I was in my 20’s!

You see, as you get older your range of motion deteriorates and your muscles get tighter and lack flexibility. Maintaining mobility becomes increasingly important for preserving your independence and preventing age-related decline in physical function.

Losing flexibility is one of the major features of aging, and also makes you very susceptible to recurring injuries and in particularly back problems. But, you can do something about it.

Focusing on these exercises can enhance the range of motion in joints, promoting your flexibility and reducing the risk of injuries. Improved mobility allows for better posture and body alignment, reducing strain on muscles and joints during daily activities.

These exercises, more often than not, are overlooked, but really, can be a life saver! Trust me, if you incorpate mobility and flexibility exercises into your routine, you will feel a million times better and ageing will be a lot slower. You will find you have a more agile, resilient body, promoting a healthier and more active lifestyle.

Mobility is the movement of the joints, and flexibility is all about the length of the muscles that surround the joints. Both are incredibly important as you now know.

Mobility exercises are like arm circles, hip rotations and back movements. Whereas flexibility works on muscles like, hamstrings, adductors and quads. 

The photos show 8 movements that I like to use for increasing mobility and flexibility in the back region. Each movement here is held for around 20-30 seconds. 

If you need any more information about starting these exercises, please email me at info@fitnessrepublic.co.uk

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Click here a the link to our mobility exercise video.

PS. A new 30 Minute stretch and mobility class is coming to FR in very soon. 

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