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Say Goodbye to Morning Stiffness

A simple morning exercise routine reduces stiffness, boosts mental focus and mood, and energizes you for the day ahead.
Say Goodbye to Morning Stiffness
Smooth meridian flow is believed to help prevent illnesses, relieve physical tension, and enhance skin health and vitality. The Epoch Times/Shutterstock
Amber Yang
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Many of us often feel stiff and inflexible in our joints and bones when waking up in the morning. However, 10 minutes of simple stretching exercises can help the body wake up, activate the core, relax the fascia, and make the coming day’s activities feel smoother and more relaxed.

During sleep, we have little to no muscle activity and often maintain a fixed posture for prolonged periods. This is especially true for people with arthritis or muscle tension, who are more likely to experience stiffness and discomfort in the early morning.

Amber Yang
Amber Yang
Amber Yang is a certified personal trainer. She met all the requirements of the American Council on Exercise to develop and implement personalized exercise programs. She worked as a marketing manager for natural skin care products for years and as a health and beauty reporter and editor for ten years. She is also the host and producer of the YouTube programs "Amber Running Green" and "Amber Health Interview."