Fix Your Morning Back Ache: A Physical Therapist's Routine

If your back feels stiff, achy, or just off every morning, this five-minute mobility routine is designed for active women over 40 whose back needs a little extra warm-up time. This isn't just stretching; every movement helps your nervous system feel safe, your spine relax, and your hips wake up, targeting common issues like morning stiffness and low back pain. Dr. Nikki, a doctor of physical therapy, guides you through gentle movements to relieve low back pain, improve spinal comfort, and get you closer to living without pain. What's in this reset: 0:00 Intro 0:35 Hook Lying Lumbar Rotation 1:30 Shoulder Sweep 3:00 Bridging 4:00 Cat/Cow 5:00 Wrap up This isn't just stretching. It's targeted movement designed for how your body works now, at this stage of life. Do this every morning for two weeks and notice what changes. Find me on Instagram @movewithdrnikki and DM me "MOVE" to learn how to go deeper for your back. 🔗 Instagram:   / movewithdrnikki