Yoga, Yoga Poses, Pilates: Strong Stretch (total body stretch, core, abs, flexibility)

[@Jessicasmithtv]

Nice job Joanne! Thanks for coming back to check in!

[@Jessicasmithtv]

Hi Angie! You can keep working with sore muscles, unless you feel you are unable to do a move with proper form.. if you find your form starts to suffer from the soreness, give yourself a day to rest. Since you started on Sunday you are ahead of us already so feel free to take extra time if needed...

[@Jessicasmithtv]

Does having your hands on yoga blocks or something similar to elevate you higher off the floor help at all Rebecca?

[@franceseckert5336]

Just finished both workouts! Loved both of them! The stretching video really helped the sore spots from yesterday. Feeling much better. Peanut is hilarious! It's so obvious how much she loves you. Pets really enrich our lives!

[@Jessicasmithtv]

Hi Shanette! I have several shorter stretches but for today's workouts it was important we stretch this much from Day 1 of the challenge ;-) Glad you did your best!

[@Jessicasmithtv]

Glad you liked it! Thx for stretching with me today!

[@Jessicasmithtv]

So glad you enjoyed it Sue :)

[@Jessicasmithtv]

Sounds like a good alternative plan Janelle!

[@Jessicasmithtv]

Good job Jacob! A folded blanket can also help with cushioning on hard floors!

[@mommy2two07]

Finished this one now . I did 10 minutes of the power walk workout earlier so still need to finish the rest of it for day 2.

[@mehakg3012]

Day 2 done!!! My muscles were feeling so sore today from yesterday's workout.. The stretch really helped!!!

[@Jessicasmithtv]

Great job Carol!

[@Jessicasmithtv]

Great work Mehak!

[@bonnietraynor4903]

I can't thank you enough for your video series. I just discovered it 3 days ago and have exercised with you every morning. At near 60 yrs old flexiablity really is difficult for me. With you doing the exercise while describing it is so helpful. I would imagine you reach a diverse age group and this girl from this age group is extremely thankful. See you in the morning.

[@sollila2515]

Thank you so much for this challenge. I had almost talked myself into skipping the strong stretch, but didn't want to not be able to participate in completing the workouts for the day.

[@Jessicasmithtv]

Great work today Holly!

[@runningdevil]

I did this workout yesterday and it made my back feel so good! The stretches and poses were exactly what my body needed because my whole core is sore today -- in a good way!

[@Jessicasmithtv]

Good for you! So glad you stuck to it :)

[@Jessicasmithtv]

Great job! Some of the poses are harder than they look for sure!

[@Jessicasmithtv]

Great job Christy!

[@Jessicasmithtv]

Nice work today Atiya!

[@Jessicasmithtv]

Glad you are feeling energized John! Nice job today!

[@Jessicasmithtv]

Nice job Leisha! The stretch had some strength snuck in there so you may have felt it more since you may be sore from yesterday too.. :-)

[@jackiemc6745]

I really needed this stretching and strengthening routine today. I was feeling rather stiff and sore this morning after joining a yoga buddy outdoors yesterday morning and doing 108 sun salutations as it was the solstice. This workout has certainly brought some flexibility back. So pleased to see it on the SoS 2020 rotation.

[@Jessicasmithtv]

Nice! Great job Liz!

[@Jessicasmithtv]

Nice work Andrea!

[@deanacolon]

I am sooo sore from Day 1 and was so glad to have a stretch session!!! Thanks Jessica! On to Day 3!

[@Jessicasmithtv]

Great job Frances! Glad you enjoyed Peanut too ;-) She definitely helps keep the mood light! Can't talk ourselves too seriously!

[@Jessicasmithtv]

Way to do the best you could Gis! Nice job

[@Jessicasmithtv]

Great work today!

[@sr5idontneednoguy]

My goodness! Three years ago? Has it really been that long? Well, I've stuck with you all this time and I hope everyone else below has too. You're a rockstar, Miss Jessica :)

[@lhlady517]

I don't have yoga blocks but whenever I'm doing anything that has my hands on the floor, I use dumbbells (that's to relieve the pressure from carpal tunnel syndrome), That didn't work for going to tabletop, I'll try the power blocks since they're a bit higher next time.

[@Jessicasmithtv]

Good to hear Mary! :-) Nice work today!

[@Jessicasmithtv]

Nice job! Sending you some sun from Miami!

[@tpossickdance]

just finished day 2 of the 5 week challenge. started my day with a hike and then went on to your videos. thanks jessica! im really finding it fun to vary my fitness routine every day.

[@imohall]

Just finished day 2 of the challenge. I feel like I've worked my body in a different way today which is good! I am hoping we get some sun this summer in the UK so I can show off my results! :-)

[@leighanne6364]

Needed the stretch today. Cheeks and triceps are a bit sore--which is a good thing.

[@Jessicasmithtv]

I think we were all feeling that way today! Nice work :)

[@Jessicasmithtv]

Nice job Elisa!

[@ifaber4266]

wow. that was way harder for me than I thought it would be. Maybe because it's part 2 of today's challenge, and it's day 2, but still; not what I was expecting. I'll have to come back to this one for sure!!

[@Jessicasmithtv]

Thanks!

[@christinahoffman8974]

Completed this stretch workout a couple hrs ago on day 2 of the challenge. I enjoyed it. Thanks!

[@NightWolfWish]

I never thought that I would ever be able to do "Boat" or "V", but you really helped me get there! Thanks Jessica!!

[@AnnaLoveSF143]

Can this workout be done before the first one. I can do this in the morning and then do the second one after work?

[@Jessicasmithtv]

Thanks so much Angie! I'm so happy to hear you are enjoying this and staying motivated! This team energy is so inspiring to me too :)

[@Jessicasmithtv]

Nice! Glad we could stretch out some soreness Denise :)

[@angiemartin6506]

THANK YOU Jessica! I have been enjoying your workouts for a few months now. You have a very nice variety of workouts available-something for every "mood" and time frame. Thank you for doing what you do! I am really excited for this challenge! Its keeping me motivated to keep working every day - especially on the days that I don't feel like working.

[@Jessicasmithtv]

Great job!

[@denisekaraba6872]

Day 2 down-- pretty sore from yesterday, so it was nice to get a good stretch!

[@Jessicasmithtv]

Great job Ariel! Glad you liked this one :)

[@Jessicasmithtv]

Great job Mel! And I'm sure you heard Peanut snoring.. she is sooo loud!

[@mommy2two07]

I started this one and will try to finish it later . It is hard. Not one that I like personally .

[@Jessicasmithtv]

Nice! Yes, I think we all needed a good stretch after Day 1!

[@Jessicasmithtv]

Great work Allison! Haha, not sure if we could call what Peanut does 'exercising' but glad you enjoy watching her ;-)

[@Jessicasmithtv]

Yay! Day 2 down!

[@marie-annickbordeleau4194]

did this one right after ballet sculpt today....really enjoyed the soothing music!

[@elisabethrenae7032]

I missed the first day so doubled up and did all the workouts from day 1 and day 2 today. Whew. I am exhausted. I'm feeling pretty good now, but my body is gonna be angry at me tomorrow.

[@Managamasplymiad]

Did this along with the stability ball stretch. I love devoting Sundays to stretching routines...I see them like I used to think of dessert....a real treat! I never would have come to that place without your help. I still like dessert once in awhile, but actually, I’d rather feel great with a fabulous stretch! Never thought I’d say that :) Nanci

[@Jessicasmithtv]

Nice job!

[@atiyapetteway5853]

Day 2 complete!!! The stretching was hard but felt great!! Thanks!!

[@slhmckinney]

Did my best, some of the stretches felt awkward to be but that may be because I"m not use to doing this amount of stretching one time. Would like a shorter version.

[@Jessicasmithtv]

Nice job! Love how you are splitting it up to fit it in- way to go!

[@Jessicasmithtv]

Go Deana!! And yes, I try to balance out those harder days with some nice stretching - we've got several stretch sessions this week to help work out the kinks :-)

[@Jessicasmithtv]

Nice work Mackenzie!

[@Parra2020]

Day 2 complete. I did it this morning before work, just didn't have time to post, and again very sweaty. Thanks :)

[@4869maria]

Day two done, I'm not very flexible but I can feel a bit of give in the muscles now I am nice and warm. Looking forward to day three, thanks.

[@Jessicasmithtv]

Go Alaina!!

[@Jessicasmithtv]

Nice job Sherry! Glad we could stretch some of that soreness out for you!

[@Jessicasmithtv]

Yes! Love it! So glad you are feeling great Cara! keep up the great work!

[@alainacrerar342]

Week 1 day 2 complete again my flexibility has improved since last time.

[@lisaroether5359]

Finished the day two workout....these seemingly simple sounding/looking exercises made me realize how having a baby has weakened my core strength...will exercises like this help me get that strength back...okay she's two!! But I am trying :)

[@Jessicasmithtv]

Great job Maria! Flexibility, like building muscle or endurance, takes time and practice - keep up the great work!

[@Jessicasmithtv]

Sounds like a great plan Megan! Nice work today :)

[@Jessicasmithtv]

These are great for your core strength - and we've got plenty more in the challenge so if thats one of your goals, the next 5 weeks will definitely help with that :-) Keep trying and do your best Lisa - great job!

[@teresaperea987]

Eres la mejor. Un vídeo estupendo, mezcla de yoga, pilates y estiramientos de danza. Suave y enérgico a la vez. Siempre vuelvo a tus workouts y tu técnica es impecable. Gracias!

[@pamduffin8029]

I decided to "take the day off" and so I did this and the 20 Minute Rise & Shine workout. Much needed and deceptively challenging! I loved how vocal Peanut was too! He cracked me up. I could not keep my leg bent out to the side for the twists at the beginning of the 20 Minute Rise & Shine, my hips felt way too tight. Any suggestions on how to loosen them up?

[@Jessicasmithtv]

Great job doing what you can Sue! Glad you found it helpful :-)

[@gigglesvids3561]

My doggo mirrored Peanut as I did this exercise! :) He started right by my leg, and then eventually pulled a blanket over and slept to my right. This was a really fun, calming, and invigorating routine! Thanks for sharing. :)

[@veronicaniezgoda8363]

Day 2 of my summer challenge completed I loved some of the new moves in the walk and the stretch was a great way to relax tired muscles..Thanks Jessica and Peanut.

[@vickiemellino9780]

Great stretch. Little challenging for me, definitely strength involved. Finished Day 2 and looking forward to improving my flexibility.

[@TheCdrum]

This was so great! My back, which usually gives me trouble, feels phenom after this stretch sesh! Loved Day 2! Feeling centered and energized this morning! Bring on the day...and day 3!

[@garlicgirl3149]

I shoveled and I was starting to feel stiff so before it got worse I decided to do this workout and boy I feel a lot better!

[@Jessicasmithtv]

Nice! Sending you some sunshine from miami!

[@Jessicasmithtv]

Thanks Lori! Great job! I'll see you for tomorrow's workout!

[@Jessicasmithtv]

Nice Alison!

[@bonnietraynor4903]

Also I live in a tiny loft and seeing you workout in a small space is helpful. Although my dog, Bruiser won't come near me while I exercise, it's fun to see Peanut hang out with you. Thanks again.

[@leishadean2815]

Day 2 complete! In some ways I found the stretch to be harder than the walk.

[@ali.goodie]

Day 2 - great stretching routine! Just what I needed after yesterday! Even though I did this in the morning, it would be perfect for an evening stretch. You must really go through a lot of mats though ;) Peanut is very cute and it is obvious he adores you! Thanks Jessica for putting this as day 2! x

[@nadiamasood]

Checking in as part of Day 2 challenge. This stretch was really good for my sore gluteus muscles from Day 1 challenge :)

[@Gogogill]

Loved this - especially after doing your kickboxing workout yesterday!!!

[@angiemartin6506]

I started the workout on sunday. I did the stretches yesterday and my legs are STILL sore today! im not sure how Im going to do day 3, but I'm going to try! Is is OK to keep working out with sore muscles?

[@lorisaxton4966]

Day 2 done!!! I am excited for the new workout tomorrow!! Thanks Jessica!!!

[@nateelliot]

Did my cardio and strength at the gym today, but came home to stretch with you - ahhhh! Thanks :)

[@hunni814]

Done with both power walk and stretch, Challenge day 2, I was really feeling it from yesterday, great stretch!

[@janellespeck3665]

Did most of this stretch routine but I went for a walk/jog this morning in leu of the Power Walk. I wanted to be outside! Feeling it in my derrière so it felt good to stretch. :) Ready for day 3!

[@Biznetzy]

I needed this after yesterday's workout! A perfect combination of strength and stretching. Day 2-- check!

[@Jessicasmithtv]

Yay! love that you are feeling happy Mariola! :)

[@larasparks155]

I don't know that I've done that workout before! It was a great one! Day 9 of the Summer of Strength 2020 completed! Love Peanut in this one!

[@GeraldoBee189]

Done with day 2. Loved the stretch workout. Love from Minnesota !!!

[@cherylverver1033]

Done with day 2 and feel energized and a little sore - ready for day 3!