The 5-Minute Morning Mobility Routine for Seniors

**Start your morning with gentle movement and a simple plan.**

When your knees feel stiff, your shoulders feel tight, or those first steps out of bed take extra effort, knowing where to begin can make a difference.

*The 5-Minute Morning Mobility Routine for Seniors* by Dr. Lawrence Hayes offers a practical, step-by-step approach to easing into your day. Using a bed, a sturdy chair, and a countertop for support, this guide organizes gentle movements into a manageable morning routine.

You’ll learn how to check your readiness, move within a comfortable range, and adapt your routine to how you feel that morning.

Inside, you’ll find:

* **A complete five-minute sequence** covering joint warm-ups, seated movement, upper-body mobility, gentle stretching, and supported standing.
* **Clear exercise instructions** for ankles, knees, hips, back, shoulders, and neck.
* **Modifications for common concerns**, including sensitive joints, limited balance, and precautions following joint replacement.
* **Flexible options for stiffer mornings**, better mornings, and days when you have only two minutes.
* **Practical tracking tools**, including a quick-reference routine card, a 14-day tracker, and everyday movement checks.
* **Guidance on when to stop or seek help**, so you can distinguish ordinary muscular tension from warning signs.

With an emphasis on everyday activities—putting on socks, rising from a chair, reaching a cupboard, and walking through your home—this book keeps your routine connected to your daily life.

**Build a consistent morning habit, one comfortable movement at a time.**