Revitalize yourself by practicing this daily stretch to release tension from every muscle in the body. Stretching for a few minutes, when done at least three times per week will soothe an aching back, according to the Annals of Internal Medicine .This is an added bonus. Stretching in a calm atmosphere can yield better gains in positive mood, sleep quality and builds better coping skills for stress, state researchers at Duke University.

The following routine works best when done after a vigorous workout and will improve flexibility in your hips, hamstrings, lower back, torso, groin, hip flexors and quads.

1. From a standing position push up through the heel and straighten the entire leg.
   While straightening out the back leg, pull the front toes upward.
   Hold this position for at least 15 seconds.
   
   
2. Maintain the current position now lean forward at the hips keeping your shoulders square to the front. Touch the floor on either side of your leg .If your range of flexibility does not allow this just go as far forward as you can and place your hands on your leg for support.
   Hold this position for at least fifteen seconds.
   
   
   
3. From the previous position move the right arm over to the left Now that both arms on the same side place your weight into your arms and lower your hips into the floor as you do this you open up the hip flexors.
   Hold this position for at least fifteen seconds.
   
   
   
4. From the previous position pull the left foot forward until it is now in front of you. Bend it and place your foot on your inner thigh. Now lean forward as far as you can, keeping the knee straight.
   Maintain for at least fifteen seconds.
   
   
   This simple five exercise circuit routine will have you on your way to an improved back and more flexible body in no time. So get started today to achieve a fitter body and a more relaxed you.