Savannah White is driven one thing as a yoga instructor and mobility coach: enabling individuals to move better for longer. “You don’t have to be really flexible,” she explains. “Mobility is about preserving appropriate, pain-free movement as you age.”
Often missed in conventional exercise programs, mobility training emphasizes joint health, range of motion, and functional movement. “Strength and cardio are great; but, everything else suffers if you cannot move well.” Savannah says.
As one ages, mobility becomes ever more vital. Regular use helps joints to remain flexible and muscles to shorten, therefore improving posture, balance, and lowering of injury risk. She says, “It’s not just about workouts — it’s about living independently and actively as long as possible.”
Savannah recommends the following practices:
Dynamic Stretching before workouts: leg swings, arm circles, and gentle torso twists prepare the body for movement.
Controlled Articular Rotations (CARs): moving joints slowly through their full range builds control and strength.
Foam Rolling & Myofascial Release: reduces stiffness and supports recovery.
Breath-Integrated Movement: combining deep breathing with mobility drills enhances nervous system relaxation.
Savannah advises everyone of any age to include mobility training minimum three times a week. “It doesn’t have to be long; even 15 minutes will have an impact.” she explains. “Mobility is the freedom from constraint. You will thank yourself more later on the more you train it now.
