Morning Routine for Beginners (Stretching & Meditation Follow Along)

[@jayboss7144]

Just found you this morning. I’m bringing my life back to focus after 20 years of opiate abuse I’m now 100% clean and on my 11th day. This is what I needed and will continue to grow myself mentally and spiritually. Thank you!!

[@klarahimmel6168]

Wünsche Kraft und ZUVERSICHT für die Zukunft, gutes Gelingen!!🍀❤🍀 Du schaffst das !!!💪💪💪👍🙏

[@vihodanyet]

Keep going , doesn’t this type of living feel so much better

[@susanmaclaren7189]

Jay - Congratulations and I hope you're still going strong! You can do it. Just keep coming back.

[@atty1337]

How is your journey going? Best wishes

[@veronicahancock3245]

Happy Day my friend! Hoping that you are clean still. It is an amazing journey. My sobriety date is 07/20/02. Sending good vibes!

[@gravestonemyth]

I think I just found a kindred spirit. I just turned 60, and I’ve been doing a yoga stretching routine for the past six years. The gains in flexibility, balance and strength have been remarkable. I’m also a big fan of The Untethered Soul. It’s truly a “read it again” kind of book. I try to read it annually. I have one recommendation - when counting, consider counting your breaths. It helps you be more mindful and present in the moment, and you can vary the length of a routine by counting four, or six, or maybe eight breaths for every stretch. May your tribe increase. You can add me.

[@chillnation]

i just discovered this channel and I'm so glad I did. you're about to change my life

[@augustineg1497]

Do a face reveal

[@naomibatista7585]

Hiee!! I'm your fan lol. Interesting how you're just a common person here I. This comment section

[@thepoifectionist]

You're about to change you're own life, he's just guiding us😁

[@CensoredNotSilent]

@@carlcetrois are you nice or just an arrogant asshole like you sound?

[@badbrains4168]

@@carlcetrois Every morning, I get a new chance.

[@EnergyFlux2012]

A lot of people are relearning the art of Chill during this lockdown. Peace, and thank you, Strength Side.

[@johnz6241]

Either that or mental masturbate

[@judygeno8412]

I am a 73 year old woman. Did your morning warmup. Was able to most not all loved it I enjoy when u talk while exercising

[@MyRunner17]

As the saying goes "When the student is ready the teacher will appear" Amazing routines. Thank you.

[@francisnycvideos]

Wow. That is a great quote

[@Shobz-e8s]

It’s so true!

[@KatJ3st]

Yes

[@newts4719]

Very powerful and so true.

[@ralex3228]

Wow! So true, this is what I need.

[@carlosdelaplaya4335]

Not sure why but I cried tears of joy during the meditation. This is exactly what I needed. I am finally moving out of my parents home this week, and so much emotion and limiting beliefs around money have been coming up for me. I've been meditating, holding space for myself, reminding myself that I am resourceful daily, and making sure to always take time to take care of myself. It's scary, but I GOT THIS!! I can handle it. I have figured everything out in my life up until this point .. why not this!? Thank you for this amazing video.

[@ralex3228]

I can relate to the joy-man, it such happiness(and weired)!

[@chasejones4752]

awesome to hear that, God Bless bro.

[@maikiling8286]

Life takes care of you man! Simply follow your inspirations. 🙂

[@benhawkins3881]

I hope your move went well!

[@smoeinc]

me too

[@thetrumpdayz]

just found my new sensei

[@renitagriffin6998]

Ditto

[@oscarvillaescusa3811]

Fr

[@joshuaneil8462]

I genuinely appreciate your decisive influence on your viewers by starting your videos with your personal morning routine of chilling out, relaxing, and philosophical talk. Highly different.

[@805hiker2]

After trying a few other morning stretch videos I found this one. I’ve been using it almost daily for weeks now. The most underrated video on KZbin.

[@frankzambrana3666]

Feeling good...63 year old and going through the worst time in my life with knee pain for over a year. Nothing has helped and according to my doc I do not need surgery, so frustrating pain is unbearable at times. Started several of your stretching exercises couple of months ago I’m gaining more mobility and knees are slowly strengthening. Not 100% recovery but I can feel it coming thanks to you...so grateful I found your channel God Bless and thank you for giving me hope through exercise.

[@oscarriquelme6256]

Came for a stretching routine, left with a degree in life

[@michalvagner]

haha thats right brother!

[@maxvetterer50]

Same :D

[@Fatiti]

I love this 😅♥️

[@walterdempsey166]

😂😂

[@timmatthews117]

🤣

[@rodrigoVgaspar]

Man, really loved the whole video. Found your channel during these turbulent times and it's been a amazing friend, instructor and inspiration. *Thank you* , for real! Greetings from Brazil dude, keep on doing these!

[@presleecarson532]

You’re awesome too

[@klarahimmel6168]

Grüsse aus Deutschland , aus der Nähe Berlins im Norden! Zum Glück kann ich Untertitel benutzen !! Alles GUTE, Zuversicht und LIEBE!!🍀👏👏👏👏🍀🙏

[@luvdemjets1998]

IMO this channel's best video. Just playing this video and listening is enough to set your mind in the right place to start your day. The excerpt from The Untethered Soul teaches you about letting go of unnecessary energy. The stretch routine is physically releases that energy. And the meditation is just the icing on the cake. I encourage everyone to play this video and follow along every day, no matter if its in the morning or at night. Its perfect.

[@Strengthside]

Thank you I really appreciate that

[@yves6549]

I just discovered your channel and like your morning routine! Did you ever thought about doing an evening routine for calming down after a stressful day? 😁😇

[@rahulranjit3858]

Hey Josh! I found your channel through your Primal Movements video, about a year ago, and then a month or so later, I watched your daily stretching routine video! [referring to the video which has the Kit Laughlin glute stretch and that amazing 90-90 pigeon stretch]. I've been doing everything from that video, almost every day for the past 9-10 months now and boy, has it changed my life! Also, I've learnt so much from the content in your other videos as well. But this video, today, hit me differently! It was like you spoke to me, directly and I'm talking about the stuff you said in the beginning of the video. I've been on a spiritual journey for while now with meditation and self exploration and I've been documenting a lot of my thoughts as well, but what you said about understanding that 'YOU ARE NOT THE VOICE, but the ONE THAT NOTICES THE VOICE', gave me so much clarity! THANK YOU, MY FRIEND!

[@presleecarson532]

You’re awesome too

[@Strengthside]

That's from The Untethered Soul :) Appreciate you brother!

[@allThatIsGoodMG]

I literally love your voice, it has got such a soothing, calming effect ......

[@royramonal3449]

For a person with the flexibility of concrete this felt amazing. This and the simple meditation will be part of my morning routine from now on. Thank you for sharing this morning.

[@Strengthside]

Awesome to hear man... check in and lemme know how it goes :)

[@presleecarson532]

You’re awesome too

[@jadedjane6365]

20 minutes of taking care of myself every morning before I start my day. I love video!!! Muscle & joint pains all reduced. NO PILLS. NO EQUIPMENT. Thank you so much.

[@ruthbeuchet4298]

Discovered your videos a couple of weeks ago. I’m 48 years old and decide to give this morning stretch a go - I feel amazing and loved the meditation! Thank you!

[@klarahimmel6168]

Bin 68 , immer auf der Suche nach Wohlbefinden !! Alles GUTE FÜR ALLE Menschen !!!😍

[@kataimb9142]

Okay Im a Dancer so i dint expect to get much from the stretch portion, but thank you sir! you reminded me and taught me some stretches i havent heard or seen from in a long time! its nice to go back to the oldies but goodies AS WELL AS LEARN MORE! Thank you sending light your way!

[@colingraham9379]

Josh I've been using your stretching routines (almost) everyday for a little while now and the difference in how I feel and move is pretty incredible. I'm starting to build some discipline into my life and your videos have been very inspirational. Your mellow vibe and down to earth approach is really relatable. Thanks for the videos, bro. Peace.

[@diog.torres]

I dont know how I didnt know your channel before. You give us not only moviment but a lot of peace and wisdom. Your channel its been one of the things that excites me most when I go to exercise. Thank you so much, peace out.

[@matsuokaemily]

Would love a video where you list some of your favorite books!

[@whalesong8040]

What a fabulous combo of your choice of reading from "Untethered Soul", to the perfectly paced stretching routine, to the calming and grounding closing meditation! And the hair! Be still my heart! This is my 4th day of following your offerings, and I've already noticed that I have greater flexibility and less pain when I get up in the morning. I've shared in other videos that I'm 62, STILL recovering from back surgery of 2020... the changes have been aging and demoralizing. The challenges of these past few years are finally beginning to really turn around! I still nurture the lifelong dream to hike the Pacific Crest Trail, or at least a good stretch of it. Never say never!! Thank you SOOO much!

[@sjenkins91812]

Everything about this man is so relaxing, I got halfway through the exercise portion before I realized I wasn't moving.

[@Bbfication]

I cried thru this entire thing. I’m so grateful for videos like this. I feel like the more I do this the more I can release.

[@jessicajessie1849]

Thank you for the book recommendation 'The Untethered Soul" and sharing a passage from it! It was so helpful fo my soul. Thank you for your content.

[@briancarpy]

This man's voice needs to be an option for turn-by-turn GPS directions....

[@dilba8784]

Or to read books from "Audible" books😁

[@ssponk]

no mate, that would put you asleep. So calm voice..

[@presleecarson532]

Right it’s so good

[@natalierachellouisesantana]

🥰

[@jomurphy8034]

oh my god, you're not wrong.

[@pb8582]

I can't thank you enough... I'm 33 years old and I have abused my body with mountain biking surfing you name it, dislocated my back broke every bones and funny part I always laughed at people that stretches. Few months ago I could not walk anymore I was never able to even bend to reach my knee it's how stiff I'm. I swallow my pride and follow your routine morning. Now I'm able to walk again and I can almost touch my feet! I thank you...

[@MissQuinesse]

Hello friend! I appreciate this video! Could you please make an evening/night flow stretch video in this same format? I really enjoy your video quality and haven't found one that I enjoy as much as yours. Thank you and Namaste!

[@blackcatero7516]

We need more reading and meditation 🥰 streching in between is amazing! Thank you🥳

[@tmee3708]

You have a soothing voice, which is calming during these difficult times.

[@Plally06]

Such a nice way to start the day. Not just the stretch and meditation but your positive vibes too!

[@TheRock-xj7hs]

I hope to retire in February...I want to sit and consciously observe the world and listen to this again.

[@fleadoggreen9062]

Did u retire ?

[@moonshine-morningstar]

I'm so thankful this channel found me last year. I've learned so much more about the body through it.

[@luigimugliett500]

This video is one of my favourite videos ever and doing it over and over again just makes me feel better about myself, knowing how much I’ve improved and worked on my weaknesses thanks to your content.

[@fayesuteau9276]

Your a great reader. Do an audiobook on this

[@washingtonrl]

The Universe gives you, what you need, when you need it!

[@paTrik8973]

The universe never gave me any money to make ends meet hahahahaha

[@kbkesq]

Thanks!

[@mchlman]

Actually reading a book at the beginning of a video is a great idea! Really loved it, thanks!

[@tmears11]

thank you! im a fan who has been using ur channel to stay alive and it has helped me grow to the point where im going to be able to focus on being alive rather than staying alive. Thanks for what you do!

[@kodanight]

Been doing this routine for the past week each morning and sometimes twice a day (occasionally another strength side vid instead) it’s made such a difference. Thank you so much!

[@christinesnyder8899]

Just looking at that scenary is peace on its own.Thanks for your time sir.Blessings.

[@magzthehuman9815]

That river looks amazing

[@Strengthside]

let me tell you.... it is.

[@cartmanbruh23]

@@Strengthside dude u live in a beautiful area. Is this Oregon or Washington? Thanks for the amazing videos. Cheers

[@Strengthside]

@@cartmanbruh23 OR. :)

[@kathyannk]

Wow! Thank you and I’ll see you tomorrow morning.

[@calvinklint9731]

What I like about his videos is really his calmness and playful authentic self

[@monicadzisiak7291]

wish i wer ther

[@earthcilion]

What a marvellous sequence of self-care...thanks so much

[@Charlottewats]

I've been doing this routine for the past 3 Days and I must Say it's a real mood booster. Thanks a lot for this easy, yet energizing routine 🙏😇💙

[@everythingeileenotoole]

Well thank you...what was a pleasant surprise finding you this morning. All the best, wherever you are.

[@nikitasharpe]

This was amazing! Would love to see a longer guided meditation 🙏

[@Ogjayfay]

I’m here 01/04/2023 thank you for creating content that will last for years to come. I’m grateful God brought me to your space. Peace be brother 🙏🏾❤️

[@sobrenab7722]

Been so exhausted and my body hurts everywhere..I decided to take a break from work and look for a strength routine on KZbin (joys of working from home haha) and came around your video and OMG…this will be my daily routine strength going forward.. great job 👏🏾

[@takemyhand3224]

I still come back to this after months. Makes me feel good.

[@perryj4088]

I honestly have been watching this video every morning for a week, when he’s actually stretching I’ve learned I’m not physically there yet to do all his poses so I do my own which have worked for me, his voice is so soothing, I have made a few poses Staples in my every day stretching + meditation. !!

[@Growstrong1]

I’m a 64 year old psychotherapist that sits all day in sessions. The little voice in me has been urging me to stretch more, but I haven’t found the motivation to start… until now. Thank you 🙏🏼

[@Yo-TeAmo]

I already love the book! 🥰 Thank you thank you thank you; Thank you very much a billion times!! 😍

[@maxineb1975]

Just wanted to let you know, I appreciate your stretching routines. I'm 67 years Young, female and I'm implementing and learning when I stretching is so important. I'm glad I found your video and I just wanted to thank you.

[@jeanilong4916]

Same here. I'm a 60 y.o. female doing what I can, for the first time in a long time, and I know it will get easier as I go. The calmness in your voice makes it much easier to be patient with myself.

[@Strengthside]

Stretching Starts: 5:04 The Follow Along Program www.strengthsideguided.com The untethered soul - www.amazon.com/Untethered-Soul-Journey-Beyond-Yourself/dp/B006KZ8EBQ/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2DFXM92X8JMDC&dchild=1&keywords=the+untethered+soul&qid=1588014989&sprefix=the+untethered+%2Caps%2C223&sr=8-1

[@presleecarson532]

You’re awesome keep being you ♥️

[@karenh559]

Untethered soul is also on KZbin as an audiobook ☀️Free

[@karenh559]

Awesome stretch workout ~ yes, you did an awesome job on your haircut ~ great lines!

[@anabellei]

Eŕŕr88

[@markbarnard6004]

Great haircut I'm trying to grow my hair back through reflexology maybe I can get a haircut like that

[@nashcarter3340]

This is one of the best videos Ever. The philosophy, the exercise. These dudes are so informative. I thank God for them.

[@MrSIMONno7]

This is exactly what i needed. I needed a stretching routine for beginners and the meditation at the end was an added bonus. Keep up the great work Josh. It's much appreciated.

[@zozikfreeman9403]

You are a true yogi, love your content, love your energy, thank you for all you have done, this helps great many of people. Much Love 🙏💛

[@rosselliot8971]

Oh, Josh, I like your idea that stretching ain't so much about lengthening a muscle as getting your body used to a new stimulus or mode of movement. Nice.

[@SeanWarren]

THANK YOU!!!! I really needed these videos!!!

[@justbelieve4586]

You are not the voice of the mind You are the one who hears it! 💙 ~Strengthside💞

[@pog1g23]

Have started doing this every morning for the past 3 weeks and what an overall difference with some consistent knee, hip and lower back pain! All have been reduced to almost nothing! Thank you for this awesome morning routine @strengthside

[@Hustrulill]

I love this. Just stumbled upon it, looking for some cooling down stretching after wo and ended up doing the full routine. Feel awesome now. Thank you!

[@celsocaceresjr150]

This is the 3rd video I discovered recently. You are clearly different and really execute at a higher level thank you

[@lakshmisriram6533]

I thought I am going to be seeing a new stretching routine and here I am seeing a whole new refreshing perspective to stretching and breathing, to allowing your soul to flourish. Loved this and I have ordered my copy of The untethered soul ✌🙏🏼

[@cholasuek]

I really thank you for reading it!! Really. For someone who is going through depression or lost love.

[@leventemurgas2520]

You know what would be great for the merch? If we could buy those pink sweat pants... I would honestly rock those wherever I would go, and of course for my trainings. And last but not least, it would be also of a cool community builder signal. It's so unique that soon everybody would know that "hey, this dude must be also watching that good looking dude with the weird squats on youtube". It would be huge i tell you, mark my words.

[@jasperlachance6211]

I loved the beginning about the voice inside.... been going through emotions being diagnosed with spondilolisthesis. I felt better watching this video. Thank you for the positivity.

[@imaginenightmares6460]

Before i grabed my morning cigarete, i wanted to see if i could do something before that, ive never done a real stretching before in my life (27 Male) and i always feel stiff even going out in the for a week now for 30min -1hour and doing some exercises, i need to start somewhere, i might not be overweight but i'm stiff and always feel tired, especially in the morning i need 3hours 2 cigarettes and a coffee to wake up at least a bit..thx to you i'm awake! Sadly i'm unable to meditate because of my imagination, but i never needed it, neither for poker nor for work luckily. But i never felt more alive and able to run and jump than today, it's insane and this day will be so much better i can feel it!

[@alexanderrau6356]

Your imagination shouldnt be bad for meditation. Meditation isnt about thinking nothing. Its more about finding and comforting your inner voice. So dont fight, what you are inside. Welcome it! Imagination is a beautiful thing! Many people should be careful though, that there imagination isnt programmed by the many screens we are looking at through the day. If you feel like you cant meditate, maybe thats the real reason.

[@alexanderrau6356]

So just try to give yourself the time to be inside. Then your brain does, what your brain does. Dont fight it. And through time it will chance and evolve for sure. And so will your meditation experience. :)

[@imaginenightmares6460]

@@alexanderrau6356 Sorry alex, i have many youtube accounts and change from time to time..to make content, but what you said really hits me, maybe there is something to what you said and maybe i should just try to relax instead of thinking about it like meditation, but rather as something that gives me comfort while being with my own thoughts to calm myself. Thanks.

[@codyfaulkner4879]

I can't tell you how much I needed this today. I had such a rough mental day yesterday I wanted to give up. This was nothing short of God putting this in my life. From the reading to the meditation, thank you!

[@Strengthside]

Happy it helped you out man. Best to you

[@debrawilcox4130]

God? Who is God? almighty Creator?

[@futureprogress]

Stretching starts at 5:05 but allow yourself to occasionally enjoy the meditation :)

[@Drewgonsalvesacro]

Thank you

[@Drewgonsalvesacro]

I dont think they added this?

[@marissa_____]

​@@Drewgonsalvesacromaybe they forgot, I also couldn't find it.

[@oshkoshmcjoshesq]

enjoyed or unenjoyed... meditation is not

[@holge2710]

The Untethered Soul has changed my life, it is my bible, the best book ever.

[@Strengthside]

samesies

[@davidisaacwest4914]

Resources, which help to remove thoughts of stress anxiety are beneficial. I encourage you to also read the real Bible! It's wisdom & insight have increased my awareness of divine purpose, love, faith, courage, and productive resiliency, needed for current turbulent times. Peace!

[@skinney9542]

I think I just found my next book....😊🙏

[@randygivens8421]

Thank you for this morning routine. It looks so relaxing. Your hair looks nice.

[@fiveminutedrummer5169]

Josh. Thanks for putting out these freebies Just what I need to keep me sane during these crazy times. You are a patient and easy going teacher that allows me to enter the workout at my level without judgment. Much appreciated ❤️

[@garethmarshall6574]

Almost sounds like the "power of now" book. He talks about observing the ego and acknowledging it. Great video of stretching flows. I have shreaded 10kg in 3 months with only stretching, no workouts. 125kg to 115kg. Came across you guys when I was researching about bars a few months back and bought second hand hip height bars. Only just started really watching you guys videos this week. I like how spiritually connected you two are 🙏

[@barlevi2045]

It's the end of the day and i fell horrible so i did this. And all my anxiety and the frustrated feeling went away. It even made me sleepy riggt before bed 😴

[@sheilalucey6584]

Stretch before bed sounds like a good idea, wind down. My body feels tight in the morning and at night.

[@ysayesound4346]

Love your message and the path you are sharing. Peace be with you

[@dariosergevna]

Veeery inspiring passage you have read! Thank you so much!! I wrote down after you!! Exactly what I needed! Please can you tell which reader you use? Are you satisfied with it?

[@jessicamarty8789]

We use this entire video every single day. Thank you for being so awesome

[@ChasingObstacles]

This dude sounds like the opposite of anxiety

[@babyblue7283]

Chasing Obstacles that’s why his my medication!!

[@presleecarson532]

Right

[@ashleydavies282]

@Crauniez We're all acting.

[@shelbukowski1443]

@@ashleydavies282 And projecting.

[@ernestot55]

Tru

[@philly1776]

Young brother I am really glad I found your channel. This 60 year old body is feeling better everyday:):)

[@novarose5393]

I don’t think I’ve ever felt or had as many satisfying pops in my entire life than I did with the stretching portion 😁😁😁

[@sozekyser2837]

Your voice is so soothing to listen to honestly ~ I could have you on loop and just keep on listening!

[@francisnycvideos]

This is really an awesome video. A perfect routine to do everyday. It’s easy stretching, doesn’t take too long to do, and the 5 mins of meditation at the end is a great way to finish everything up. I feel great every day after doing this

[@presleecarson532]

You’re incredible

[@ivettea6358]

Yes, "Abraham Hicks" talks about this letting go..." you can Never get ahead of most things happening outside ourselves..." :)....; so I practice paying More attention "inside Me-self" !!!!! Blessings and thanks again for another wonderful "flow" - Loving using them in my daily morning routines - Big Hugs during these 2020 Sacred Quarantine days, Stay safe!

[@eleogoo7196]

I WANT ASMR WITH YOUR VOICE!!! IT’S SO CALMING. 🙏

[@smashmouth751]

NO

[@mrbest1981]

I'm sure he is available...

[@wasistdas8741]

No that’s not a good idea

[@pamelapowell9236]

Thank u this was great help to get me out of exhausted stage in my awaking i have been going though this 3 1\2 years i know of buts its been very hard it seems to get worse not better but i am out now dang sure want let a narcissist keep me down..he lost best thing happened no room for in my life not oz....i am so proud to know i am who he wanted to be but can not.......i want be no sucker to a narc ever again not lonely for any one who not worthy in my SPACE...none them are INCLUDING family...I put trash were trash belongs to stay for ever....amen NAMASTE..thank u again

[@sebastianwallace5209]

Hey Josh, after years of inactivity I tried this video and want to thank you for helping me awakening my body to a point that I really enjoy moving again. Did some other calisthenics beginner workout you suggested and also went running last night. Now I feel more alive than I can remember. Really really great content, keep it up!

[@sebastianwallace5209]

Uh, forgot to also thank you for the book recommendation. It's a LIFE changing read! tytytyty

[@kellytorvik4474]

I have probably watched this video at least 200 times thorough out the last year. What an awesome morning routine. Thanks Josh (=

[@Strengthside]

Wow thanks for using it so nicely! Got an evening routine in the works soon :)

[@z4k_20]

5:03 if you wanna skip to the routine

[@R6429-g3c]

Thank you

[@andresandrade2085]

DONT SKIP!! STRETCH YOUR MIND. have a good day

[@justjen427]

Cheers Zach

[@brokend2705]

thanks zach king

[@jagjeetsihra2862]

Just give us the routine. If i want a shrink I'll go see one! 😂. No offence...good routine.

[@fifive]

I love this intro. I have been doing this routine and another one you have in the morning. This one is gold. The way you spoke about how you start your day with reading whatever your currently are reading actually made me pick up a book about back pains that i have had just standing on the bookcase and it does not just speak about back pain. Explains how vertebras move how our bodies move and essentialy how nutrients even move in our system. Its like this synergy going on from that place you were talking about. Where we are when we dont identify ourself with the voice but the way we use the voice that becomes this expression of energy, the unlimited potential of that energy. Whew deep.

[@indriadrayton1132]

Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding. In all your ways, acknowledge Him, and He will direct your paths. Proverbs 3: 5,6

[@raquelitagarcia1331]

totally agree with you, I felt so stiff during my gym stage for so many years, until I left, I felt so relieved! omg! just passed to yoga meditation and listen to my body and do bodyweight training at home and feeling better than ever, doing other type of motion, movements, etc, made a change! thanks for your YT channel, good luck !

[@seancurtin8084]

where is this plot of water, that looks so relaxing...

[@marialehtimaki761]

I keep coming back to this video. I love the bout of reading in the beginning, such an important message. 👌

[@lightrthief]

i just did this and my entire body feels like a wet spaghetti noodle.