Flexibility Goals and Objectives Examples
Improve my overall flexibility by incorporating stretching into my daily routine.
Increase my range of motion in my hips by working on targeted stretches.
Be able to touch my toes without bending my knees.
Improve my backbends by practicing them regularly.
Become more limber by incorporating yoga poses into my workouts.
Challenge myself to hold stretches for longer periods of time.
Improve my shoulder mobility with exercises and stretches.
Focus on improving my pelvic flexibility through targeted stretches.
Incorporate dynamic stretches into my warm-up routine to improve flexibility.
Increase my leg flexibility to improve my kicks in martial arts.
Stretch before and after each workout to prevent injuries and improve flexibility.
Attend a flexibility-focused class, such as aerial silks or contortion.
Practice active stretching to increase muscular flexibility.
Work on increasing spinal flexibility through yoga and stretching.
Improve my hamstring flexibility to deepen my forward folds.
Practice splits regularly to improve overall lower body flexibility.
Work on improving my thoracic mobility through targeted exercises and stretches.
Incorporate foam rolling and massage to improve flexibility and reduce muscle tension.
Attend a stretch therapy session to improve overall flexibility.
Incorporate resistance band stretches to improve overall flexibility.
Improve ankle flexibility for better balance and stability.
Work on hip flexor stretches to improve posture and reduce lower back pain.
Practice rotational stretches to improve overall mobility.
Incorporate seated stretches into my daily routine for increased flexibility.
Improve wrist and hand flexibility for better grip strength and performance in sports.
Focus on improving neck mobility through targeted exercises and stretches.
Incorporate trunk rotations into my daily routine to improve spinal mobility.
Improve quadricep flexibility for better leg extension in dance or gymnastics.
Practice lunges to improve overall hip and leg flexibility.
Incorporate hip stretches into yoga practice for improved flexibility.
Improve shoulder and chest flexibility for better posture and reduced upper body tension.
Focus on calf stretches for increased ankle mobility and foot health.
Work on improving glute flexibility for better hip mobility.
Stretch before bed to help relax the body and improve muscle flexibility.
Incorporate partner stretching into workouts for deeper stretches and increased motivation.
Increase the frequency of stretching sessions throughout the week for improved flexibility.
Focus on lateral stretches to improve overall side-to-side mobility.
Improve front splits by working on hip flexibility and leg extension.
Incorporate quad stretches into daily routine for reduced knee pain and improved mobility.
Practice back bends to increase spinal mobility and flexibility.
Improve core strength to support better posture and overall physical performance.
Work on deep breathing during stretching sessions for increased relaxation and flexibility.
Focus on shoulder rotations for improved shoulder mobility and reduced tension.
Practice standing stretches for increased balance and stability.
Incorporate twists into yoga practice to improve spinal mobility and overall flexibility.
Work on forearm and wrist stretches for improved grip strength in sports or weightlifting.
Practice seated forward folds to stretch the entire back of the body.
Incorporate calf raises into workouts to improve ankle strength and flexibility.
Challenge myself to try new, more difficult stretches as I progress in flexibility training.
Practice stretching in different environments, such as outdoors or in a hot yoga studio, for variety and increased effectiveness.
Incorporate Pilates into workouts for improved overall strength and flexibility.
Work on hip adductor stretches for improved inner thigh flexibility and mobility.
Practice downward dog pose in yoga for improved overall body flexibility.
Incorporate plank pose into workouts for improved core strength and stability.
Focus on arm circles for improved shoulder mobility and reduced stiffness in upper body muscles.
Practice cat-cow pose in yoga for improved spinal mobility and reduced tension in the back muscles.
Incorporate bridge pose into yoga practice for improved hip mobility and spine health.
Work on hamstring curls to improve lower body strength and flexibility simultaneously.
Practice figure-four stretch to target hip flexors, glutes, and lower back muscles specifically.
Incorporate scapular retraction exercises into workouts for improved posture and reduced neck pain/tension.
Focus on side-body lengthening exercises to improve overall side-to-side mobility and spinal health.
Practice eagle pose in yoga for improved balance, stability, and hip/knee joint health.
Incorporate foam roller exercises into stretching sessions for added muscle relaxation and tension release.
Work on quadricep extensions in order to improve quadricep strength, which will ultimately translate into better flexibility as well.
Practice butterfly pose in yoga for improved groin and hip flexibility/mobility.
Incorporate thoracic spine mobilization exercises into workouts, particularly if you work at a desk job or experience upper body tension frequently throughout the day.
Focus on dynamic warm-ups prior to workouts in order to prime the body for exercise while also getting some extra stretching in!
Practice supported fish pose in yoga for improved thoracic spine mobility, chest openness, and reduced tension in the shoulders/neck area.
Incorporate the "world's greatest stretch" (a series of lunge-based movements) into your stretching sessions to target all major areas of the body at once!
Work on one-legged squats or lunges in order to build greater lower body strength that will ultimately translate into increased lower body flexibility as well!
Practice partner-assisted stretches (such as seated forward folds) in order to go deeper than usual with your stretches while also enjoying the social aspect of working out with a friend or partner!
Incorporate inversion poses (such as headstand or shoulderstand) into your yoga practice in order to enjoy a unique perspective while also improving circulation, lymphatic flow, mood, focus, and mental clarity!
Focus on feet & ankle mobility exercises (such as calf raises, ankle circles, or toe walks) in order to improve overall balance, athletic performance, walking gait, and injury prevention!
Practice pigeon pose in yoga in order to open up tight hips while also enjoying a deep stretch through the legs, lower back, and glutes!
Incorporate resistance band exercises (such as banded hamstring curls) into your workouts for an additional challenge that will also help improve lower body strength & flexibility over time!
Work on reverse planks in order to strengthen the shoulders, upper back muscles, and the core muscles while also improving overall spinal mobility!
Focusing on spinal rotation exercises can help improve overall rotational mobility while also reducing stiffness throughout the mid-back region!
Incorporate horse stance (also known as sumo squat) into your workouts in order to build lower body strength that will translate into greater flexibility over time!