15 Minute Mobility Routine

Dec 31

What Is Mobility?

Mobility is the ability to control your range of motion and maximizing the range of space that you can go into and control. This is similar but fundamentally different from flexibility, which is the ability to passively go into a range of motion. It is passive because it uses things like gravity or body positioning to help you go deeper into a movement. Mobility on the other hand is the ability to actively move into that same range without depending on external factors like gravity. You can find an in-depth article about the difference between the two by clicking here.

Why Do Routines Matter?

Exercise routines are one of the easiest and best ways to develop the habit of consistently participating in physical activity. Similar to how Rome was not built in one day, the body requires times and effort to adapt and adjust to your activity levels. With this you can expect muscles to strengthen, joints to become more stable, muscle tension to decrease, and for pain levels to drop. By taking a full body approach to low to moderate intensity exercise you can build a well rounded foundation for which you can take into your activities of daily living or other activities including recreational sports or exercise. During this routine you may discover areas of limitations or movement restrictions, in this way can be used as a self assessment tool to see how you progress as you continue to do this daily.

Who Should Be Doing This Routine?

This routine was created to be helpful for healthy people of all athletic backgrounds (including those without an athletic background), and for people of all ages (children to seniors). It is for those who are looking to take their first step into the world of movement, or for those who want to maintain their ability to stay nimble (especially during the Covid19 Lockdown!). If you are injured or are currently experiencing pain, it is recommended to first consult your healthcare practitioner before moving forward with this routine.

What Do I Need To Start?

As cliché as it is to say this all you need is a positive mindset and healthy attitude. Well actually you will also need a yoga mat or soft flooring, as well as clothes that will allow you to move freely without restriction like gym shorts and a t-shirt.

Where Should I Do This Routine?

This routine was created keeping in mind that many people do not have access to exercise equipment. Due to this, this routine can be completed anywhere in your home so long as there is ample clear space for you to complete all of the movements.

When Should I Do This Routine?

The great thing about this routine is that it can be done at any time of the day. You can do it first thing in the morning or last thing at night. The most important thing to do is to make sure your body is WARM before you start. You can either lightly jog on the spot until you get a light sweat or take a warm shower before starting this routine. Demanding a lot out of a cold muscle is a sure fire way of increasing your risk of injury - so do your due diligence by keeping warm!