What does the idiom to stretch your arms and legs mean?

"To stretch your arms and legs" is an idiom that means to relax and unwind, often after a period of being confined or inactive.

It literally refers to the physical act of stretching your limbs, which can be done to ease stiffness or tension. However, the idiom is used figuratively to describe taking a break from routine or work to enjoy some freedom and activity.

Here are some examples:

* "After working all day, I'm ready to go home and stretch my arms and legs."

* "We've been stuck inside all day, it's time to stretch our arms and legs and go for a walk."

The idiom is often used in situations where someone feels restricted or confined, and they want to break free and do something enjoyable and liberating.