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Buildingfull-body strengthis something Ive been focusing on for more than 10 years.

After rolling out myyoga mat, heres what I found.

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What is the five-move stretch class?

This specific workout is made up of just five stretches.

The moves include:

During the workout, the coach explains how to do each move.

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But its up to you how long you sink into these poses.

Here’s what I learned after completing these five mobility moves.

Stretching promotes relaxation

The stress-busting benefits that exercise can bring are well-documented.

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But Ive never really realized just how relaxing stretching can be for the mind and body.

But Im not the first to notice these benefits.

After completing the routine, participants noted decreases in tension, anxietyanddepression.

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You might be tighter on one side of your body

This was certainly the case for me.

And the same could be said after completing the supine twist for a minute on each side.

Of course, myofascial imbalance isnt uncommon.

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Especially if you use one side of your body more than the other.

But it highlighted the areas I need to work on going forward.

However, as is the case with any form of workout or exercise, repetition is key.

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