Are there body-breaking habits I should I know about -- and correct -- at work?
Most types of work can lead to tight, stiff muscles but there are minor adjustments you can fit into your workday to keep you feeling great. Try these:
• Keep your head directly above your shoulders to reduce strain on your neck and shoulders.
• Sit with your lower back supported either with a lumbar support or pillow between the lower back and chair.
• Stretch out your back, legs, arms and hands three to four times a day.
• If you sit for long periods of time, choose to do some tasks while standing, like taking and making phone calls.
Throughout the day, you can make small adjustments to relax your muscles and support your body.
Click here to read about more ways to prevent back pain.
Alison Finney is a certified hatha and kundalini yoga teacher in Ottawa. She is registered with the Yoga Alliance and the International Kundalini Yoga Teachers Association and is the founder of PranaShanti, a health and yoga resource. For more information, visit www.pranashanti.com.
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