How can I get rid of discomfort in my back and shoulders after sitting for hours?
Moving your shoulders is one of the best things you can do for your back if you've been sitting in the same position for a while. Here are two easy exercises you can do while sitting at your desk:
1. Sitting upright, inhale and lift your shoulders to your ears. Exhale as you slowly roll your shoulders around and back, dropping them away from your ears. Continue shoulder rolls four more times, alternating forward and back.
2. Next, inhale as you lift both shoulders up to the ears. Exhale as you release them down. Repeat five times and then relax your shoulders.
These movements relieve tension in your upper back and shoulders. Try them several times throughout your day.
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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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