The 15-Minute De-Stress Workout

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Your De-Stress Routine
Step 1: Reverse Plank to Lower-Back Stretch
Step 2: Elbow Plank to Prone Press-Up
Step 3: Pli� to Full Seated Bend
Step 4: Front Lunge to Forward Elbow Fold
Step 5: Side Elbow Plank to Overhead Reach

Step 3: Pli� to Full Seated Bend

Strengthens shoulders, hips, and thighs; stretches shoulders, back, and thighs.

Stand in pli� position, feet shoulder-width apart and turned out.
Lift arms overhead in a wide V position.
Bend knees 90 degrees, keeping knees aligned with toes; pulse up and down 2 inches for 30 seconds.

Sit with legs extended, hip-width apart.
Hinge forward from hips and grasp feet or shins.
Hold for 30 seconds, breathing deeply.

Next: Step 4: Front Lunge to Forward Elbow Fold

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