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Quiet Recovery Reset Flow

Mobility · 8 min · 6 moves · no equipment

An easy session for a recovery day.

The workout

  1. Seated Neck Half Circles

    2 × 6 reps each direction · 10 s rest

    Sit tall, slowly roll head in half circles from ear to ear, keeping shoulders relaxed.

    Works: neck, upper back

  2. Standing Cat-Cow Sway

    2 × 8 reps · 15 s rest

    Hands on thighs, arch and round the spine slowly with breath, feeling each vertebra move.

    Works: spine, core

  3. Thread the Needle Twist

    2 × 30 s each side · 10 s rest

    From tabletop or standing bent-knee position, thread one arm under the other and rotate gently through the upper back.

    Works: upper back, shoulders

  4. Standing Figure-4 Hip Release

    2 × 30 s each side · 10 s rest

    Cross one ankle over opposite knee, hinge hips back slightly, and hold to open the hip.

    Easier: Hold a wall or chair for balance if needed.

    Works: hips, glutes

  5. Slow Ankle Circle Roll

    2 × 8 reps each side · 10 s rest

    Lift one foot slightly and roll the ankle slowly in full circles both directions.

    Works: ankles, calves

  6. Gentle Standing Forward Fold

    2 × 30 s · 15 s rest

    Hinge from the hips, let arms and head hang heavy, soft bend in the knees.

    Works: hamstrings, lower back

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