Im an Exercise PhysiologistHeres Why You Shouldnt Worry About Cortisol Spikes When You Do HIIT Workouts.

You know the dramatic moment in the movies when someone clutches their wine glass so tight that it shatters?

And while your tense muscles wont shatter into a million pieces, they can be painful.

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The M/Body founder manages to help you let go of your bodys tension injustthe warm-up.

So heres how to do that move by move.

Then, if you want more, watch the whole video.

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Warm up for your barre abs workout right now

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At the same time, bend your elbows and shake out your hands.

Dont you feel less stuck already?

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Draw giant circles with your arms to get into your shoulders and side body.

At the same time swing your arms forward and back with control.

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Neck circles:Stand still with your knees bent and begin circling your neck.

see to it you go through both sides.

For the first circle, just explore.

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Imagine a compass hitting all four directions, says Alton.

Arm circles:Now, stand still and do that same move with your arms.

Swing your right arm around with control in both directions.

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Then, switch sides.

confirm to keep control heretheres no need to go too fast.

Your hips are your energetic center.

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You want to really find that release through the hip flexors, says Alton.

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