This summer has been incredibly busy. Between new business deals, concerts, family time, and reorganizing our garage, my fitness routine has taken a back seat.

When I don’t work out regularly, my body feels it. Not in terms of body image, but physically—my neck gets stiff, my hips feel misaligned, my lower back becomes sensitive, and my hamstrings tighten up.

Even though I haven’t been hitting the gym as often as I’d like, I make sure to include joint-specific movements in my daily routine. It’s not about fitness; it’s about movement.

Moving our joints through their full range of motion is crucial for healthy aging. When someone says, “I feel so old. Everything hurts,” and they’re only 30, it often means they haven’t been prioritizing movement and maintaining range of motion.

Our feet are our foundation. Modern footwear often restricts their natural movement, leading to discomfort and issues down the line.

While the human body contains more than 300 joints (designed to move), today we’re covering 2 of the simplest movements you can add to your day to boost the integrity of the foundation of your body: your feet.

Move 1: Top Foot Sit

Move 2: Toe Sit

Here’s an 8-minute follow along Foot and Ankle focused mobility routine.

Enjoy!