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 4: Front Lunge to Forward Elbow Fold

Strengthens upper back and thighs; stretches shoulders, lower back, and hamstrings.

Stand with feet hip-width apart and lunge forward with left leg; keep left knee aligned over ankle.
Raise hands overhead, palms facing each other. Hold for 20 seconds. Repeat on other side.

Return to start, feet hip-width apart with knees slightly bent.
Hinge forward from hips; grasp opposite elbows and hang for 20 to 30 seconds.

Next: Step 5: Side Elbow Plank to Overhead Reach

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