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It will come as no surprise to hear that many of the most commonly taught yoga poses require plenty of flexibility — sometimes even more than we realize!

It's hard not to notice the obvious stretching sensations in our muscles and tissues when we're in a pose, but it's less likely we'll notice another key component at play as we move: the mobility of our joints.

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Mobility refers to the range of motion in our joints that measures how far and in which direction our joints can move without pain or restriction. It's easily overlooked when things are going just fine, but if you've ever struggled to raise your arms overhead without feeling shoulder tension or had a hard time bending your ankles in downward dog, chances are you've noticed a lack of range of motion, or mobility, in your joints.

Having a healthy range of motion means your joints are strong and supple, so they can provide the stability and flexibility necessary to move with confidence and ease — both on the mat and during your everyday life.

Mobility is influenced by our lifestyle, postural habits, injuries and even our unique skeletal structure. At some point, we'll all experience limited range of motion, especially as we age. But the good news is that a yoga practice can help restore healthy mobility through active and purposeful movement.

This 20-minute yoga flow takes you through six popular yoga poses that serve as a foundation to improve mobility in your shoulders, hips and spine. Try it out before a workout for a whole-body warm-up or before and after a long work day to counteract pesky tech neck.

Always remember to listen to your body and stop if you feel pain or extreme discomfort.

‌Check out more of our 20-minute workouts here — we’ve got something for everyone.‌

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