Starting your morning with gentle movement can be a simple way to wake up your body and prepare for the day. If you spend long periods sitting, working at a desk, driving, or using your phone, you may notice stiffness in areas such as your hips, shoulders, hamstrings, calves, and back. A short flexibility routine can help you move through a comfortable range of motion and make stretching a consistent part of your fitness routine. However, flexibility does not develop overnight. The biggest benefit comes from practicing consistently and progressing gradually. This guide provides a simple 10-minute morning stretching routine that focuses on several major muscle groups. What Can Stretching Do for Flexibility? Stretching can help improve flexibility and the range of motion of your joints. Better flexibility can make some everyday movements easier and can complement other forms of exercise such as strength training and aerobic activity. Stretching is not a replacement for strength trai...