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I was speaking with my friend, a physiotherapist, the other day, and he explained how frustrated he gets when people don't do their prescribed exercises. As a coach who specializes in mobility, I share the same problem; I find clients stick to their strength or cardio programs much more than their mobility routines.And do you know what? I completely get it. Mobility isn't sexy in the way that lifting heavy weights or running ultramarathons is. But trust me, if you don't improve mobility while you can, you may not be lifting heavy or running far in the years to come. How well you move determines how well you live in the future, and as they say: "It's better late than never."Mobility training is my happy place; I see it make an enormous difference in people's lives, creating strong, balanced and mobile bodies. Below, I share three low-impact moves I never skip with clients. Here's why.Watch: 3 low-impact exercises you can try for better mobility at homeConsistent mobility routines can actually be microdosed into your week and still provide benefits for strength, control and stability. Alongside resistance training, it's your anti-aging weapon for healthier joints and active muscles.These tried-and-tested low-impact exercises can be made more beginner-friendly or challenging, and you can work with your bodyweight or with weights.If you experience pain at any time, stop and rest. If you're working with an injury or health condition, I recommend seeking advice before starting these exercises.Leg sweeps: Start in a tabletop position with your shoulders over your wrists and hips over your knees. Engage your core and draw your navel in. Extend your right leg behind you and lift it into the air, toes pointing down. Only lift to hip height and avoid arching your lower back. Next, with control, sweep your leg out to the side, maintaining the height. Pause, then reverse behind you and lightly tap the toes down again. Repeat for 6-8 reps per side and 2 sets.Tabletop reverse flies: Start in a tabletop position. Walk your hands slightly further forward and press down through your left hand. Lift your right arm out to the side and sweep up and back, maintaining a soft bend in your elbow. Squeeze your right shoulder and pause, then lower with control. Repeat for 6-8 reps per side and 2 sets.Alternating Supermans: Lie on your stomach and extend your arms and legs. Rest your forehead on the mat. Lift your right arm, chest, head and left leg into the air as high as possible and squeeze your shoulders and glutes. Pause at the top, then lower with control. Repeat for 6-8 reps per side and 2 sets.What are the benefits?
