Mobility Minimum Dose
Use a 10-minute daily mobility circuit for hips, thoracic spine, ankles, and shoulders.
- Time
- 10 min/day
- Cost
- Free
- Equipment
- None required
- Min. Trial
- 3 weeks
Dosage & Timing
- Duration
- 10 min
- Frequency
- Daily
- Best Time
- morning
Evidence Strength
3/5 — ModerateMobility work is best positioned as movement capacity maintenance and training preparation.
Overview
Use a 10-minute daily mobility circuit for hips, thoracic spine, ankles, and shoulders.
Wellness education and routine support only. Review the evidence, caveats, and interactions before trying this protocol, and ask a clinician when medical conditions, pregnancy, medications, or symptoms are involved.
How To Do It
- 1
Step 1
Do 90 seconds of ankle rocks per side.
- 2
Step 2
Do 90 seconds of hip flexor and glute mobility per side.
- 3
Step 3
Do thoracic rotations for 90 seconds per side.
- 4
Step 4
Finish with shoulder controlled circles.
The Evidence
Each claim is linked to its source study. Confidence reflects the study design — systematic reviews and RCTs rank highest.
The Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans
Adults should accumulate regular aerobic activity and muscle-strengthening work for broad health benefits.
Source Context
Primary references behind the protocol summary.
Interactions & Warnings
Review 3 contraindications and 0 interaction notes before adding this protocol to a routine.
Contraindications
- Acute joint injury
- Nerve symptoms
- Pain that worsens during movement
What To Track
These are review prompts for your own routine notes, not expected improvements or medical outcome targets.
Routine actions change your saved plan after sign-in. The protocol guidance above remains wellness education, not a personalized recommendation or expected outcome.
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