3 Simple Stretches To Improve Flexibility Over 40, According To Personal Trainers - SheFinds

If you’re looking to stay limber in middle age, stretching each morning is one fantastic way to achieve that.

As certified trainer and founder of Runstreet Marnie Kunz tells us, “it’s important to stretch when you’re over 40 because it helps you stay mobile and improve your joint range of motion.

We spoke to Kunz to learn more about the importance of stretching and discover her top choices to try each morning.

If flexibility in your arms is what you’re after, Kunz says some simple shoulder rolls can do the trick!

“Shoulder rolls help increase the range of motion in your upper back and arms,” she explains.

Flexibility in your lower back is just as important as flexibility in your arms and legs, which is why Kunz recommends doing some daily trunk twists.

Kunz tells us that quad stretches “are important to keep your quads limber.” They can make a huge difference.

“To do a quad stretch, stand facing a wall with your hand on the wall for support,” Kunz says