Stretching Protocols

Protocols for
every need

Curated stretching sequences built by MotionLab and the community. Find the right protocol, add it to your library, and run it as a guided session.

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intermediate~7 min

Hip Flexor Release

A targeted sequence to open tight hip flexors and quads — ideal after long periods of sitting or heavy lower-body training.

Hip flexorsQuadsHips
5 exercisesView →
beginner~6 min

Morning Wake-Up Flow

A gentle full-body warm-up to wake the spine, open the chest, and get blood moving — perfect for the first 6 minutes of your day.

Lower backUpper backChest
6 exercisesView →
beginner~7 min

Desk Worker Reset

Counter the effects of hours at a desk. Targets the chest, shoulders, and upper back to undo forward-head posture and rounded shoulders.

ChestShouldersUpper back
5 exercisesView →
intermediate~8 min

Hamstring Recovery

A comprehensive hamstring protocol that progressively works through active and passive stretches to improve posterior chain flexibility.

HamstringsLower back
7 exercisesView →
intermediate~7 min

Full Hip Mobility

A thorough hip circuit covering all planes of movement. Great for athletes, runners, and anyone with limited hip range of motion.

HipsAdductorsGlutes
7 exercisesView →
beginner~9 min

Ankle & Lower Leg

Dedicated ankle and calf work to improve dorsiflexion range — essential for squatting, running, and injury prevention.

CalvesAnkles
6 exercisesView →
intermediate~9 min

Thoracic Opener

Focused upper-back and shoulder mobility work to restore thoracic rotation and extension — key for overhead movement and posture.

Upper backShoulders
6 exercisesView →
intermediate~6 min

Glute Activation

Targets the glutes and posterior hips through a mix of holds and rotations. Pairs well with lower-body training days.

GlutesHipsLower back
6 exercisesView →
intermediate~6 min

Pre-Workout Activation

A dynamic warm-up that activates the hips, quads, and hip flexors before training. Gets the body primed without taxing it.

HipsQuadsHip flexors
7 exercisesView →
beginner~12 min

Full Body Recovery

A comprehensive post-workout or rest-day protocol moving through the whole body — from calves to spine to hips — to promote recovery and flexibility.

HipsHamstringsLower back
9 exercisesView →

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