Spinal Mobility

Cat Cow

A gentle spinal mobility drill that restores motion through the back and ribs.

Segmented spine wave
Difficulty
Beginner
Prescription
6-8 slow reps
Targets
lower back, upper back, spine
Use cases
morning stiffness, general tightness, desk reset
Benefits
  • Improves spinal segmentation
  • Reduces morning stiffness
  • Encourages relaxed breathing

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 1.Start on all fours with hands under shoulders and knees under hips.
  2. 2.Exhale as you round through your spine and gently tuck the pelvis.
  3. 3.Inhale as you extend through the chest and reach the tailbone back.
  4. 4.Move slowly and let the breath set the pace.
Featured Routine

Daily Back Reset

A clean five-part sequence to restore movement quality after sitting, travel, or low-variation days.

8 minutes
Daily mobility and posture reset
Step 1
Cat Cow
6 slow reps
Step 2
Child's Pose
4 breaths
Step 3
Glute Bridge
8 reps
Step 4
Bird Dog
4 reps per side
Step 5
Hip Flexor Stretch
30 seconds per side
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