12 Minute DAILY STRETCH | Floor Stretches with a View 💗

Welcome to a short 12 minute daily stretch routine. These floor stretches with a view was recorded on a mini-vacation in lovely Vancouver. The view was beautiful so I thought I would share it with you in a stretching video. Grab a mat or sit on your carpet or rug and go through these stretches to improve your mobility and flexibility. For those who need to stretch from a chair, a chair routine will be uploaded next week. I haven't forgotten you!
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Wishing you improved health!
Jules
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Disclaimer: You should always consult your physician before starting any 'Improved Health' fitness program or any other fitness program. This content is not medical advice and is intended for general education and demonstration purposes only. The use of the information provided in this video is solely at your own risk.

[@janesmith-stage4755]

Thank you again!

[@juliehoot3916]

Nice stretch! Thank you!

[@sylvalowenmark9822]

What a wonderful stretch and lovely music!

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thanks so much for letting me know that you enjoyed it.❤️

[@allysonewart6643]

Beautiful stretch. The music and your v v soothing voice made this a great cool down. I think I'm going sleep well tonight. Thank you x

[@ImprovedHealth]

And you finished with a stretching routine! That’s an ideal combo with the 3 videos:)

[@nancynottage7255]

Oops I see I wrote the comment for the wrong episode. Love this stretching routine. And the music is beautiful.

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thanks Nancy!

[@theresajopson4157]

Thank You! Perfect way to end any workout routine! Or a great way to destress any time.

[@ImprovedHealth]

I'm glad you enjoyed it:)

[@chrisperkins6403]

Another one that slipped past me. Wonderful ending after your Christmas cardio. Feeling nice and relaxed and, of course, stretched.

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thanks Chris. I recorded this one when I was on vacation in Vancouver.

[@janesmith-stage4755]

I am thankful for you

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thank you so much for your super thoughtful comment, Jane.🥰

[@terpstrak]

I finished off with this stretch! Thank you!

[@ImprovedHealth]

Ah, nice. You got to enjoy my Vancouver view of False Creek when I was there on vacation a while back.

[@anikajoseph6641]

Nice floor strecthes. Lovely view from window I like it a lot :)

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thanks Anika! I enjoyed the view, too:)

[@nancynottage7255]

Wow! Thanks Jules. I love that this workout is for the whole body. And that it’s only for 9 minutes!

[@catswiderski3466]

My sister & I love this stretching exercise video and the view is gorgeous! Thank you, Jules, for taking the time making these videos!

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thanks for letting me know! I was on vacation in Vancouver when I filmed this one.

[@catswiderski3466]

@@ImprovedHealth 💜

[@janemcgregor3667]

This was so lovelybto do. Thank you so much for that. A nice end to the BeeGees walking. 💜😎

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thank you so much. Wonderful memories from an extended weekend vacationing in Vancouver. Let's just say I felt very relaxed that day!

[@allysonewart6643]

Finished with this wonderfully calming cool down. Did day 4 strength.. Legs were going like jelly but fantastic. Been a great week thanks to you❤

[@ImprovedHealth]

You worked hard today and got in a great combo of workouts. Kudos to you, Allyson!

[@lta2356]

Still my go-to stretch - after the session on the exercise ball and most workouts. I look forward to more of your exercise ball and stretch routines. Thanks a lot.

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thanks for letting me know you enjoy this one. I'll see what I can do for some new routines.

[@lta2356]

@@ImprovedHealth Thanks! :)

[@lisahanneman3977]

Thank you so much for these wonderful workouts!

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thanks for your lovely comment, Lisa.

[@malamaurer4043]

I am so thankful to you for being part of my fitness and wellness journey ❤️ Your beautiful buttery voice with these buttery movements..I was near a trans state and then my terrier mix started barking at 7 minutes and yep....I am awake now 😳 Gorgeous stretch and oh and that view 🪟 😍 I have never been to Vancouver but what a gorgeous advertisement that was ❤️ Thank you so much for creating and have a fabulous rest of your day 🤗

[@ImprovedHealth]

Yes, Vancouver is absolutely beautiful in the summer. Gorgeous city to walk around since there is ocean all around as well. I loved my time there. I'm glad you enjoyed the view and the stretch. Lol, I had to laugh reading about your dog interfering in your peaceful moment. 😂

[@malamaurer4043]

@@ImprovedHealth 😂 it's totally how we do things around here 😂

[@allthingsnovella4949]

That was beautiful

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thank you!

[@camplau5865]

Awesome stretch, thank you. Really enjoy the way you instruct.

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thank you so much for your kind comment. ❤️

[@sofiaalter5477]

Thank you 💜🌸🇮🇱

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thanks so much, Sofia.

[@louisefarthing3346]

Thank you

[@janetfromanotherplanet6900]

How beautiful. So peaceful and that beautiful view. The stretching videos are my favorites. Could this be done on a bed? I like your hair!

[@ImprovedHealth]

Hi Janet! Yes, they could be done on a bed...just watch your posture (keep your shoulders back and back fairly straight). Thanks for the compliment on my hair:) It was overdue!

[@AnaRamos-iq8wx]

Beautiful view thank you

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thanks Ana!

[@edithdiangelo]

I do this regularly. It is wonderful..

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thank you for letting me know you're enjoying it. I definitely enjoyed the view when I was there!

[@margarethogan7745]

What a view.

[@ImprovedHealth]

I definitely enjoyed it:)

[@amalkhalil7985]

Good morning thanks for you

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thanks Amal:)

[@Mary-bx8gd]

Beautiful stretch! I love the scenery in the background also! Thank you!

[@ImprovedHealth]

I spent a lot of time looking out when my calves were screaming from walking so much...thoroughly enjoyed Vancouver.

[@karenrob-reads]

Dear Jules. Thank you so much for this amazing, peaceful stretch in front of such a beautiful view. I live in Morro Bay, CA, so this view was truly magnificent and unique for me (The tall buildings). I loved the fall colors, too. A great way to start my day. Also, I love your haircut! Very attractive for you! Thank you again.

[@ImprovedHealth]

Aw, thanks Karen! I loved the view. Sat in front of the window a lot when my legs just couldn’t handle anymore walking! Thanks for the compliment on my hair. I’m happy with the shorter cut…suits me more I think.

[@lta2356]

Definitely one of my favorites. The last of my 4-part programme for today. All thanks to you.

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thank you:)

[@pauletteellis9248]

feels so good

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thanks Paulette!

[@valeriezick4459]

Hi Jules, this video has become a lifesaver to me . After sitting in the the hospital with my very sick friend for hours, I come home with my body stiff and achy, and this does an amazing job of stretching me out and relaxing me at the same time. It's a little painful when I start but well worth it when i finish, relaxed and pain free! Thanks again, Jules❤

[@ImprovedHealth]

I am so glad this stretch routine is helping. I wish your friend a quick recovery.💗

[@pattywright7676]

Beautiful! All of it…the view, the music, and you! Actually I am thankful to have you in my life through this channel. Thank you for sharing a bit of your mini vacation with us.

[@ImprovedHealth]

Aw, thank you so much, Patty. What a thoughtfully written comment. Thank you! ❤️

[@estam5164]

Wow, lucky you! Thank you so much for this, well needed.

[@carolvoiles687]

Absolutely LOVE this stretch! Thank you! So very relaxing!

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thanks Carol!

[@eddamorrison4892]

Dear Jules, I have been following your program for 8 weeks and will start series 3 in a couple of days. I love everything about it. You are very inspiring. Great new haircut, too. We in Sydney are out of lockdown since Monday and I'll get mine this weekend. Thanks for keeping us sane!

[@ImprovedHealth]

Hi Edda! My husband has been reading the news about Australia over the last few weeks and has filled me in on the very long lockdown. I think I recently read 106 days...that is a long time. I am so happy for all Aussies to hear it is now over. I am thrilled you worked out with me when you couldn't get out of your home. Thank you so much for taking the time to get in touch to let me know. Enjoy your haircut this weekend:)

[@JustReadTheBible]

This was perfect, thank you! I have been searching for something gentle like this that I can still do with my infant crawling all over me in the morning, lol. Love your approach to teaching. Just subscribed to try more of your videos!

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thanks so much, Kelly. Just to help you navigate the channel, I create 3 levels of workouts (gentle, beginner and intermediate) and categorize them all into the playlists. I also have a second channel dedicated to chair workouts, which also has lots of stretching routines (adding more soon). I'll add the link just in case you're interested in the stretching ones. youtube.com/@ImprovedHealthChairWorkouts

[@JustReadTheBible]

@@ImprovedHealth This is very helpful, I really need to focus on stretches right now. Thank you- I so appreciate your guidance!

[@shaludhingra7663]

Great. 😙😙

[@therealogoftheoc7051]

So relaxing. I suffer from low back pain each day and this gave me relief. Thank you so much. That view made it even more enjoyable.

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thank you for letting me know that you enjoyed it. I was on vacation in Vancouver when I recorded this video.

[@antheacoldham5285]

Thank you. That was just what I needed after having flu and booster covid jab, one in each arm.

[@ImprovedHealth]

Oh wow! Both in one day! Take it easy the next few days with having both vaccines.

[@Jagdambajnv]

Thank you ma'am from India Danyawat👏🙏

[@ImprovedHealth]

Hi and welcome to my channel! Just to help you navigate the channel, I create 3 levels of workouts (gentle, beginner and intermediate) in both seated and standing workouts, and categorize them all into the playlists. Just look for 'playlists' on the main page and scroll down to where you see the standing or seated options. I also started a second channel dedicated to chair workouts and will add the link for you here in case you're interested in the seated stretches: youtube.com/@ImprovedHealthChairWorkouts I hope that helps and I hope you enjoy more of the workouts when you try them out.

[@lta2356]

Sometimes I feel like it is two steps forward, three steps back for me due to my injuries, etc. Knowing how committed you are in encouraging and motivating us, I got back up again. Did this stretch before and after your HITT workout. Thank you. Really appreciate you for this. Glad you had a lovely break!

[@ImprovedHealth]

Aw, thank you! I had a great break…tons of walking and sight-seeing. Vancouver is a great city for walking…so much to see. I am happy to read you enjoyed this stretch routine. Maybe send me an email at [e-mail] and we can discuss your current injuries and make a plan on how to avoid getting hurt again.

[@carmenross1077]

Thanks for sharing these stretches and the view relaxing. Thank you again

[@ImprovedHealth]

I enjoyed creating the video:)

[@allysonewart6643]

Do u do one like this for a kind of before bed wind down lol it makes me so relaxed..suppose I could do this one before bed. U have such a great voice for relaxation❤❤❤

[@ImprovedHealth]

Aw, thank you, Allyson! I have started to upload my seated stretching routines on my other channel simply because the chair workouts don't do well here. I don't have other floor options since a lot of my viewers can't get onto the floor. I uploaded a seated stretch last week which is similar to this one. I'll add the link to the channel for you in case you're interested: youtube.com/@ImprovedHealthChairWorkouts

[@allysonewart6643]

Thank you. I'm surprised how much I'm enjoying seated workouts now.. Xx

[@anuradhab4481]

💗lovely view, music....great stretches....thank you so much for including us on your vacay......do enjoy yourself, get back refreshed,energised and raring to go....much love..

[@ImprovedHealth]

Aw, thank you! I am back already:) It was a short 6 day stay and I loved every minute of it.

[@anuradhab4481]

@@ImprovedHealth 😊

[@jillsteen2596]

Oh my this was wonderful. I had a headache but a managed to do some cardio with you and then I saw this new stretching video so ended with this. I feel so much better. 🙏 Thank you!

[@ImprovedHealth]

I am happy to read you used it after your workout and that you enjoyed it. Thanks Jill!

[@beckyjohnson321]

This was my favorite! I've been doing stretches and exercises for a few months now, doing quite a few of yours. This one popped up on my KZbin feed and I've done it two days in a row now. I am a 53 year old grandma who has been caring for grandchildren for ten years now, and sitting...A LOT...getting moving is a new goal, but there is so much noise in so many videos, and I have enough noise with my 3 and 4 year old granddaughters. This was not only beautiful - those fall trees!!! - but everything was quiet and subdued. Precisely what I needed. Thank you! Becky

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thanks so much for taking the time to comment today, Becky. I really appreciate knowing what viewers enjoy about the videos. I was on vacation in Vancouver when I filmed this one and loved the view I had there. I'm glad to read that you enjoyed this one. And wow...you are a young grandma! Your children and grandchildren and lucky to have you to help out:)

[@beckyjohnson321]

@@ImprovedHealth , that's what becoming a mother at 17 & 19 will bring 😉 I'm in Denver, Colorado in the States, btw. And do appreciate your videos.

[@ImprovedHealth]

@@beckyjohnson321 The wonderful thing about having kids that young is that they will have you, and enjoy you for a long time:) I haven't been to Denver, yet, but plan to someday!

[@heidiq3470]

Yay, thank you, just what is needed right now! x

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thanks Heidi!

[@bunnykeedy8983]

Good morning! 🌄 Thank you for such a great stretch. A beautiful way to start the day. 🇺🇸 ❤Cheers from Texas!

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thank you!

[@skulaks]

Hi! I really loved this entire sequence, very soothing and calming. Should this be done before or after a workout or even a walk? Please let us know, will be helpful. Been following all your workouts, really very helpful, thank you.

[@ImprovedHealth]

This is a fairly gentle stretching routine so it could be done at any time. Ideally, warm up a tiny bit first by moving around the house, walking, etc., but not necessary to have done a full workout.

[@anuradhab4481]

🌸🌸

[@Poppievn]

❤

[@dejaycox1977]

Thank you! This is a wonderful way to start the day.

[@ImprovedHealth]

Thanks Denise. I am happy you started your day with me!

[@khizrankhan1637]

Is stretching really helpful? What does stretching do?

[@ImprovedHealth]

It's SUPER helpful. It increases your flexibility which allows you to move more easily. It provides better mobility, decreases changes of injury, can allow a joint to move through a full range of motion, prepares your muscles for an activity (again, decreases chance of injury), provides stress relief (because it's calming/relaxing), prevents back pain and can decrease tension headaches. The list goes on and on! So many people have pain but if they stretched on a regular basis, in most cases, the pain would go away (depending of course on what caused the pain). Often injuries are due to lack of flexibility.