The ONLY 5 Stretching Exercises You Need for Flexibility and Pain Relief [Video]

The importance of stretching can’t be overstated. Keeping your body mobile, flexible, and injury-free trumps any hack for building muscle or getting stronger.

The clinical commentary published in the International Journal of Sports Physical Therapy showed that regular stretching is as efficient in alleviating neck pain and discomfort as physical therapy or muscle strengthening exercises. (1)

That said, your stretching routine doesn’t have to be complex or overly demanding. As a veteran personal trainer, I’ve helped numerous clients regain function and boost performance using basic stretches.

In this article, I reveal the best stretches that should be integral to your training regime.

5 Best Stretching Exercises You Need for Flexibility and Pain Relief

The following five stretches are all you’ll ever need for flexibility and pain relief: