Back and Body Opener For Those Days When You're Feeling Stressed

In the fast-paced world of running, it's not uncommon for stress to manifest physically, leaving us feeling tense and tight in both body and mind. As a yoga instructor and avid runner, I understand the importance of finding balance and alleviating stress to ensure optimal performance and overall well-being. That's why I'm thrilled to collaborate with Coach Amanda to present a series of rejuvenating exercises aimed at opening up the back and releasing tension in the body, perfect for those days when stress feels overwhelming.

In our "how to" video, Coach Amanda guides viewers through a sequence of gentle stretches and movements designed to target the back, shoulders, and hips—areas where stress often accumulates. By incorporating these exercises into your routine, you can release physical tension, increase flexibility, and create space for relaxation and renewal.

From dynamic twists to soothing stretches, each exercise in this sequence offers a unique opportunity to connect with your breath, release built-up tension, and cultivate a sense of ease in both body and mind. As runners, we know the importance of maintaining suppleness and balance to support our training and prevent injuries. These exercises provide the perfect complement to your running regimen, helping you find equilibrium and resilience in the face of stress.

Whether you're feeling the weight of a hectic schedule, dealing with race-day jitters, or simply in need of a moment of calm, this back and body opener has you covered. Join Coach Amanda and me as we guide you through these transformative exercises, empowering you to release stress, restore balance, and tap into a deeper sense of peace and well-being—both on and off the road. Let's breathe, stretch, and find our center together.

Kelly Roberts

Head coach and creator of the Badass Lady Gang, Kelly Roberts’ pre-BALG fitness routine consisted mostly of struggling through the elliptical and trying to shrink her body. It wasn’t until hitting post-college life, poised with a theatre degree, student loans, and the onset of panic, that she found running. Running forced Kelly to ditch perfectionism and stomp out fear of failure. Viral selfies from the nyc half marathon struck a chord with women who could relate to the struggle, and soon the women’s running community Badass Lady Gang was born.

BALG is about enjoying life with a side of running. Kelly’s philosophy measures success by confidence gained, not pounds lost. If you aren’t having fun, it’s time to pivot. Kelly is an RRCA certified coach and has completed Dr. Stacy Sims ‘Women Are Not Small Men’ certification course helping coaches better serve their female athletes. Over the years Kelly has coached thousands of women from brand new runners to those chasing Boston marathon qualifying times, appeared on the cover of Women’s Running Magazine, joined Nike at the Women’s World Cup, and created a worldwide body image empowerment movement called the Sports Bra Squad. She lives in Brooklyn, New York.

http://BadassLadyGang.com
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