You could notice that some days you wake up feeling drained, achy, and tense. This could be because you didn't do as much physical activity during the day or spent too much time working on your laptop.

Have you considered gently easing yourself into the day by stretching? Stretching, along with other regular types of exercise, may help you unwind, improve your flexibility, lessen lower back discomfort, and manage a few other health concerns, according to some research.

So do your stretches or hit the yoga studio near you if you want.

Here are some stretches you can do at home:

1. Cobra Stretch

Your hands should be flat beneath your shoulders as you are lying on your stomach. While maintaining your hips and groin on the bed, tuck your elbows in at your sides and slowly raise your head and chest. Lifting your stomach off the bed will allow you to go a little deeper if it seems comfortable. Do not forget to relax your shoulders and neck. After 15 to 20 seconds of holding the stretch, gently lower yourself back down when you're ready.

2. Knees-to-Chest Stretch

On your back, lying flat, pull one knee to your chest and hold it there with your hands or arms. Your lower back should feel nicely stretched. You can also perform this stretch by simultaneously bending both knees if it seems comfortable. Sometimes it is not possible to do it on my own, look out for an online yoga class and follow the practices with professionals.

3. Spinal Twist

Raise one knee while on your back and carefully roll it to the other side. Ensure that your shoulders are always in contact with the bed. Stretch one arm out to the side, keeping it parallel to your shoulders, and slowly move your head to look at your extended arm, if it feels comfortable. Your upper body's sides as well as your lower back should feel stretched. Deeply inhale, then repeat on the other side.

4. Neck Stretch

Your left ear should now be softly moved toward your left shoulder with the aid of your left arm as you relax your shoulders. Stretching should only go as far as is comfortable. Hold for 15 to 20 seconds, then carefully switch to the opposite side.

5. Shoulder Stretch

Reach across your body with one arm while relaxing your shoulder blades back and down. Use your other arm to slowly deepen the stretch. After holding for 15 to 20 seconds, switch to the other side.

6. Side Stretch

Holding hands above your head, stand with your feet hip-width apart. Feel a deep stretch along the side of your body as you gently bend your body to one side. Hold for ten to fifteen seconds, then switch to the opposite side.