7 best stretching exercises for better flexibility

Butterfly Stretch: Sit, feet together, knees out. Hold feet, and press knees down—excellent stretch for hip and inner thigh openness.

Forward Fold: Stand hip-width apart, hinge at hips, reach for toes. Targets hamstrings and lower back, enhancing flexibility in these areas effectively.

Triceps Stretch: Raise right arm, bend elbow, hand down back. The left hand gently pushes the elbow, stretching the triceps. Switch for balance.

Piriformis Stretch: Seated or lying, cross the ankle over the opposite knee, and gently press the knee for piriformis stretch, easing hip tension.

Hamstring Stretch: Sit, legs straight, reach for toes. Hamstring stretch enhances leg flexibility, promoting better overall mobility.

Standing lunge stretch: Step forward into a lunge, bend your knees, keeping your back straight. Stretches hip flexors, and promotes lower body flexibility.

Side Bend Stretch: Stand tall, arms overhead, lean to the side, stretching obliques. Repeat on the other side.