A restorative workout is a form of exercise where all the muscles and joints in the body are relaxed and stretched out for maximum post-workout relief and restoration. Each movement is created and performed to supply more oxygen to everybody part and help it recover well after the strain that has been placed upon it during the exercise session. The following guide has been crafted to help you understand how a restorative workout must be completed when exercising at home.

1. Spinal Twist

The spinal twist is popularly believed to be a yoga posture that is very effective in relieving any stress or pressure that was placed on your back muscles and spine. You can also lengthen your chest and shoulders and relax a majority of muscles in your upper body. To complete the posture, you can sit down in a cross-legged posture and put your right hand behind the right side of your back on the floor and twist your body towards the hand to allow for better realignment and relaxation. You can repeat the same steps on the left side for a complete spinal twist and relief.

2. Butterfly Pose

The butterfly post is well known to relax your hip joints, knees and leg muscles through its unique flapping movement. To complete this posture, you will need to sit down on the floor and hold your feet together in a way that the heels face one another. You will essentially form a diamond between your legs and pull the heels of your feet towards the rest of your body. While holding your feet together you can begin flapping your knees up and down in a movement that mimics the wings of a butterfly. This way, all the blood flow will be better regulated and all joints and muscles in your lower body will relax.

3. Child’s Pose

A child’s pose can give you a lot of relief especially when you suffer from chronic back pain and stiffness. To make the pose, sit on your knees and relax your body. Then stretch your arms forward and drop your forehead on the floor in a motion that is similar to bowing down. Hold the posture for a minimum of 20 seconds or longer for better relief.

4. Knee Twist

A knee twist is a perfect posture that restores the strength and blood flow in your entire body as the twist targets multiple joints and muscle groups. You can lie down on your back and lift the right leg and drop it over your left side with a twist on your spine. If your knee does not naturally touch the floor, you can place the left hand on your knee and push it down and extend all muscles for better relief and relaxation. Repeat the same posture on the other side for complete tension relief.

5. Deep Breathing

Simply deep breathing while being seated in the most comfortable position can do wonders for your body. To ensure you reap the maximum benefits of this style of breathing, inhale through your nostrils to full lung capacity and then hold your breath for five seconds. After your count has been completed, release the breath through your mouth and repeat at least 20 times for optimal results. You can also assume the position called savasana where you lie on your back and relax both your hands and feet and complete the inhalations and exhalations.

To learn more about the perfect fit postures that target ailing parts of your body where pain persists, you can make use of a sports massage after your workouts. If not, a restorative session with your personal trainer can also be greatly helpful for your body to relax and rejuvenate completely. To avail of the benefits of both these services, get in touch with us at Alchemy Personal Training and approach your fitness goals the right way.