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Explore our collection of free workouts and exercises

Discover free and easy ways to be more active with the following physical activities.

Downward Dog

Downward dog helps to build strength in the upper body, while stretching your back, hamstrings, calves and ankles.

Savasana (final resting pose)

Savasana is a yoga pose usually done at the end of a yoga practice to calm your nervous system and lower your heart rate.

Reclined twist

Reclined twist helps to stretch your back muscles while decompressing the spine and encouraging spinal mobility.

Downward Dog (again)

Downward dog helps to build strength in the upper body, while stretching your back, hamstrings, calves and ankles.

Reverse warrior

Reverse warrior builds strength in your legs, stability in your hips, and a nice stretch of your side body.

Open twist

Open twist stretches your back muscles while encouraging greater flexibility in the spine.

Grounding pose (connect with your breath)

Grounding pose, also called Savasana, helps you slow down in your body and mind to become more present.

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