Fix Your "Stuck-at-My-Desk" Stiffness With This Standing Stretch

By Dominique Michelle Astorino

Updated on 3/29/2017 at 5:40 PM

Had a long day at work? Feeling stiff? This active stretch will help stretch your lower back, which is ideal if you've been sitting at a desk all day!

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Here's how to do a standing knee hug — make sure you keep your core tight while you balance on one leg at a time.

  • Stand tall and alternate pulling one knee at a time to your chest, and hold the hug for a few seconds before switching legs.
  • Repeat for 30 to 60 seconds.