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Harry Bullmore

I tried this 10-minute mobility routine, and it soothed my muscles and strengthened my joints

Fit&Well fitness writer Harry Bullmore performing the prayer stretch

I tried to sit cross-legged the other day; it didn't go very well. My knees ached, my hips felt tight and there came a point where it seemed my thighs were actively repelled by the floor. 

For context: I exercise most days and try my best to stay in shape. On the above evidence though, it seems I've been so focused on metrics like strength and speed that I've let my mobility fall by the wayside. 

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