I never used to stretch. I thought it was optional — something you do after a “real” workout. But after months of back pain, stiffness, and feeling tense all day, I gave stretching a try… and it completely changed my body.
The pain in my lower back was constant. Sitting for long hours, poor posture, and zero mobility work had made even walking uncomfortable.

One day I searched “stretches for back pain” and did a simple 10-minute routine. The next morning, I felt slightly better. So I did it again. Then again.
Within a week, my posture improved. My back felt looser. I wasn’t waking up with tight shoulders or hip pain anymore.

Here are a few stretches that helped me most:
Cat-Cow pose — perfect for loosening the spine
Child’s pose — relaxing and gently opens the lower back
Seated twist — stretches the spine and improves mobility
Hamstring stretch — tight legs often contribute to back pain
Hip flexor stretch — especially important if you sit all day
I now stretch for 5–10 minutes every morning or evening.

Sometimes after a workout, sometimes just before bed. I put on soft music, breathe deeply, and let my body release tension.
Stretching isn’t just about flexibility — it’s about healing, restoring, and reconnecting with your body.

So if you’ve been ignoring stretching, I get it. But please start. Even a few minutes a day can relieve pain, improve your posture, and help your body feel supported again.