The hustle and bustle of a festival can be both exhilarating and exhausting.

With all the walking, standing, and dancing, your joints can really take a beating. But don’t worry – with this simple, 15-minute full body stretch routine, you can easily unwind and rejuvenate your achy, sore, and tired joints.

This routine will help loosen up tight muscles and reduce stress, leaving you feeling refreshed and energized. So grab a mat, some comfortable clothes, and a few minutes of peace and quiet; then follow along with this routine and get ready to move and stretch your way to a happier and healthier you.

Stretches for the Neck and Shoulders

To start, bring your chin down towards your chest and hold for 10-15 seconds. Then, tilt your head to the left and hold for 10-15 seconds, then tilt your head to the right and hold for 10-15 seconds. Finally, tilt your head back and hold for 10-15 seconds. Repeat this sequence 3-5 times.

To finish off this section, bring your right arm up and over your head, bend your elbow, and use your left hand to gently press your right elbow against your head. Hold for 10-15 seconds and then switch sides. Repeat this sequence 3-5 times.

Stretches for the Back and Spine

For the back and spine stretches, begin by lying flat on your back, with your feet flat on the floor and your arms at your sides. Take a deep breath and, as you exhale, arch your back and bring your chin towards your chest. Hold for 10-15 seconds and then relax. Repeat this sequence 3-5 times.

Next, sit up tall and bring your right arm across your body, placing your left hand on your right shoulder. Gently press your right shoulder down towards the ground and hold for 10-15 seconds. Then switch sides and repeat.

Finally, sit up tall and clasp your hands together behind your head. Gently press your head forward and hold for 10-15 seconds. Then relax and repeat.

Stretches for the Legs and Feet

To start, stand up straight and bring your right foot forward, bending your right knee and keeping your left leg straight. Reach down towards your right foot and hold for 10-15 seconds. Then switch sides and repeat.

Next, stand up straight and cross your legs at the ankles. Take a deep breath and as you exhale, slowly bend forward and reach towards your toes. Hold for 10-15 seconds and then slowly roll back up to standing. Repeat this sequence 3-5 times.

Finally, stand up straight and take a few steps forward. As you step forward, lower your chin towards your chest and reach your arms up towards the sky. Hold for 10-15 seconds and then step back to standing. Repeat this sequence 3-5 times.

Stretches for the Arms and Hands

To start, stand up straight and bring your left arm across your body, placing your right hand on your left shoulder. Gently press your left shoulder down towards the ground and hold for 10-15 seconds. Then switch sides and repeat.

Next, stand up straight and clasp your hands together in front of your chest. Gently press your hands together and hold for 10-15 seconds. Then relax and repeat.

Finally, stand up straight and clasp your hands together behind your back. Gently press your hands together and hold for 10-15 seconds. Then relax and repeat.

May your body be healthy, happy, and ready to dance the days and nights away on repeat!

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