Do these 5 stretches every day to keep your body young: 'You don't need long workouts to boost longevity,' says fitness trainer

Bogdan Hofbauer

Modern life is optimized for comfort, especially while sitting, but not for longevity. We relax on soft couches, work in rigid desk chairs, and spend hours driving or scrolling on our phones. Over time, these habits pull the head forward, round the spine and tighten the hips. Those patterns quietly erode posture, mobility and the ability to rest with ease, which are all important for aging well. But I always tell my clients that a short, intentional daily stretching routine can help counteract