Frequently asked questions about Exercise

I am so stiff in my hamstrings and lower back when I get up in the morning to exercise, I have spondylolisthesis in my lower back (fractures in my vertebrae) that contribute. I usually do ashtanga yoga as my workout. It’s so uncomfortable in the morning that I end up usually waiting til the evening when I’m not so stiff, but I would prefer to do it in the morning. Any suggestions on warming up stiff joints/muscles before getting started?

Frederikke P.

I’d suggest doing a little bit of cardio to warm up your muscles before you stretch. Even 10 minutes can help and cardio

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