Here, you’ll find the complete dynamic stretch routines featured in our endurance program, along with individual exercises from the dynamic warm-up sequence.
Each movement comes with a detailed description and clear, animated visuals to help you perform them correctly and effectively.
Warm-Up Movements for “4-Week Ultimate Endurance Program for Functional Fitness Athletes”
Leg swings
- Swing your legs alternately for about 30 seconds per leg, both front-to-back and side-to-side, for a total of 2 minutes
- Focus on controlled, smooth movements to achieve a quality stretch
- Don’t rush, aim for a comfortable range of motion
Front to Back 30 sec. per leg:
Side to Side 30 sec. per leg:
30-seconds work / 30-seconds rest
Perform each movement for 30 seconds at a moderate pace, rest for 30 seconds, and then move to the next exercise.
High Knees for 30 sec.
- Jog in place, lifting knees to hip height
- Land lightly on the balls of your feet
- Swing arms naturally in rhythm with your legs
- Keep your core engaged and back straight
Butt Kicks for 30 sec.
- Jog in place, kicking your heels up toward your glutes
- Swing arms naturally in rhythm with your legs
Walking Lunges with a Twist for 30 sec.
- Step forward into a lunge, lowering your back knee toward the ground
- Twist your torso toward the side of your front leg
- Return to center, step forward, and repeat on the other leg
- Keep your core engaged and back straight throughout the movement
Jumping Jacks for 30 sec.
- Jump your feet out while raising your arms overhead
- Quickly jump back to the starting position with feet together and arms by your sides
Complete 2 sets holding or performing each stretch for 30 seconds per side where applicable.
World’s Greatest Stretch.
- Start in a high plank position with hands under shoulders
- Step one foot forward outside your hand, lowering hips
- Reach the same-side arm toward the ceiling, twisting your torso
Seated Hamstring Stretch.
- Sit on the floor with one leg extended straight and the other bent, with the sole of your foot against your inner thigh
- Reach forward toward your extended foot, keeping your back straight
- Hold the stretch and feel the pull in the back of your thigh
- Switch sides and repeat
Lying Hamstring Stretch (Figure 4).
- Lie on your back with one leg bent, foot flat on the ground
- Cross the opposite ankle over the bent knee, forming a “4” shape
- Grab behind the thigh of your bent leg and gently pull it toward your chest
- Hold the stretch, feeling it in your hamstring and glutes
Lying Twist.
- Lie on your back with both legs extended
- Bend one knee and cross it over your body, letting it rest on the ground
- Extend your arms out to the sides in a “T” position and look toward the opposite side
- Hold the stretch, feeling it in your spine and lower back
Downward Dog with Pedal Steps.
- Start in a plank position with hands under shoulders
- Push your hips up and back, forming an inverted “V” shape
- Gently pedal your feet by bending one knee while pressing the opposite heel toward the ground
- Continue alternating legs, feeling the stretch in your calves and hamstrings
Complete 2 sets (not for time). Move at a comfortable pace and take a short rest if needed between sets.
3x Inchworms.
- Stand tall with your feet hip-width apart
- Hinge forward at your hips and walk your hands out into a high plank position
- Lower your chest to the ground in a controlled push-up motion
- Push back up to the plank, then walk your hands back to your feet and stand tall
5x Burpees.
- Start in a standing position with feet shoulder-width apart
- Drop into a squat, placing your hands on the ground in front of you
- Jump your feet back into a plank position and perform a push-up
- Quickly jump your feet back toward your hands, then explode upward into a jump, reaching your arms overhead
- Land softly and repeat
12x Kettlebell Sumo Deadlifts (53/35lbs or 24/16kg).
- Stand with feet wider than shoulder-width, toes slightly pointed outward
- Hinge at the hips and bend your knees to grip the kettlebell with both hands
- Drive through your heels to stand tall, squeezing your glutes at the top
- Lower the kettlebell back down with control, keeping your back straight
Perform 2 sets, holding each stretch for 30 seconds per side where applicable.
Quad Stretch.
- Kneel on one knee with the other foot flat in front
- Grab the ankle of the back leg and pull it gently toward your glutes
- Keep your torso upright and hold the stretch
- Switch sides and repeat
Lying Glute Stretch (Figure 4).
- Lie on your back with one leg bent, foot flat on the ground
- Cross the opposite ankle over the bent knee, forming a “4” shape
- Grab behind the thigh of your bent leg and gently pull it toward your chest
- Hold the stretch, feeling it in your hamstring and glutes
Pigeon Pose.
- Start in a plank position
- Bring one knee forward, placing it behind your wrist, with the shin angled across your body
- Extend the opposite leg straight back, keeping your hips square to the ground
- Lower your torso down as far as comfortable, feeling the stretch in your glutes and hips
- Hold, then switch sides
Child’s Pose.
- Kneel on the ground with your big toes touching and knees spread wide
- Sit your hips back toward your heels and stretch your arms forward, lowering your chest to the ground
- Rest your forehead on the floor and breathe deeply
- Hold the pose, feeling the stretch in your lower back, hips, and shoulders
Perform 2 sets, holding each stretch for 30 seconds per side where applicable.
Lying Knee Hug.
- Lie on your back with legs extended
- Pull one knee toward your chest, holding it with both hands
- Keep the other leg extended and relax your shoulders
- Hold the stretch, then switch sides
Lying Hamstring Stretch.
- Lie on your back with one leg extended on the ground
- Bend the other knee toward your chest and hold it with both hands
- Slowly straighten the bent leg toward the ceiling while keeping your hands on your calf or thigh
- Hold the stretch, feeling it in your hamstrings
- Switch sides and repeat
Arm Lying Shoulder Stretch.
- Lie on your stomach with one arm extended straight out to the side, palm facing down
- Gently roll your body onto the side of the extended arm, feeling a stretch in your shoulder
- Use your opposite hand for support by pressing it into the ground
- You can place a soft roller under your extended arm’s shoulder for an advanced stretch, as shown in the image
- Hold the stretch, then switch sides and repeat
Cobra Pose.
- Lie on your stomach with your hands placed under your shoulders, elbows close to your body
- Press your palms into the ground and slowly lift your chest, straightening your arms partially or fully
- Keep your shoulders relaxed and your hips grounded
- Hold the pose, feeling a stretch in your abdomen and lower back
Extended Child’s Pose.
- Kneel on the ground with your big toes touching and knees spread wide
- Sit your hips back toward your heels and stretch your arms forward as far as possible
- Lower your chest toward the ground, keeping your forehead resting on the floor
- Feel the stretch through your lower back, hips, and shoulders