Because they’ve been more or less still for several hours, our muscles, joints, and tendons become less elastic while we sleep and we wake up feeling stiff, even if we stretch right before bed (a topic for another post). Luckily, our bodies are really good at telling us what they need to feel better; all we have to do is listen. So, the next time you’re thinking about jumping right out of bed in the morning, try this easy routine to ensure a smoother transition.