I like a good pump like the next person, but I also like to measure fitness in different ways. For some people – including me – being fit can mean being more flexible and mobile, and lifting dumbbells and barbells won't help you achieve that. The good news is that if you dedicate just a few minutes a day to stretching, you can get a lot more flexible quickly.Being flexible helps at any age, but it's especially useful to help people keep fit over 40. Even if you aren't 40 yet, you should consider doing more stretching as it can make you less prone to injuries later in life by strengthening your tendons and joints. Not to mention, being more flexible can help optimise workout performance; think of improved running cadence and a fuller range of motion when lifting weights.This stretching routine is recommended post-workout to loosen up those muscles and speed up recovery. It focuses on the hamstrings and the back and includes some exercises I use every day to ease back pain, such as the spine twist, an excellent move to decompress the spine after a long day in the office or an intense squat workout.Get your yoga mat ready and click play on the video below!