Edge Of the Bed Seated Stretch Series

Claire from TheStretchingHabit.com shows you a really easy and effective full body stretch routine that you can do before getting out of bed in the morning or just before you go to sleep at night.

Stretching the following muscles offers various benefits for flexibility, mobility, and overall musculoskeletal health and here are the benefits of this specific stretch routine.

1. Neck such as the Sternocleidomastoid (SCM):
  - Benefits:
    - Reduces tension and stiffness in the neck.
    - Alleviates headaches and neck pain.
    - Improves range of motion and flexibility, which can enhance posture.
    - Decreases the risk of neck injuries and strain from activities like prolonged computer use.

2. Shoulder the Deltoids (anterior, median, posterior) and rotator cuff muscle group:
  - Benefits:
    - Increases flexibility and range of motion in the shoulder joint.
    - Reduces the risk of shoulder injuries, such as rotator cuff tears and impingements.
    - Alleviates tension and pain in the shoulder muscles.
    - Enhances overall upper body performance in activities like lifting, throwing, and reaching.

3. Mid-Back (Latissimus Dorsi and Rhomboids):
  - Benefits:
    - Improves spinal flexibility and mobility.
    - Reduces mid-back pain and stiffness.
    - Enhances posture by reducing slouching and promoting a more upright position.
    - Supports better breathing by allowing for greater expansion of the rib cage.

4. Low-Back (Erector Spinae and quadrates lumborum):
  - Benefits:
    - Improves lumbar spine flexibility and mobility.
    - Reduces low-back pain and stiffness.
    - Enhances posture by reducing slouching and promoting a more upright position.

5. Hamstring:
  - Benefits: Enhances flexibility in the back of the thigh, which can improve overall lower body mobility. Reduces the risk of hamstring strains and lower back pain. Supports proper posture and balance.

Regularly stretching these muscles can contribute to better overall functional movement, reduce injury risk, and improve comfort in daily activities.