Make Time to Stretch This Holiday Season
Neck and shoulder tension often increase during the busy holiday season. Taking just a few minutes to stretch can help you feel more relaxed and balanced.
Here are two simple stretches you can do almost anywhere:
1. Chin Tuck
Sit tall and gently glide your head straight back as if creating a double chin. You should feel a stretch at the base of your neck. Repeat five times.
2. Upper Trapezius Stretch
Sit upright and let one arm rest at your side. Tilt your head toward the opposite shoulder until you feel a gentle stretch. Hold for 20–30 seconds on each side.
If tension becomes painful or persistent, a physical therapist can assess your posture and provide personalized strategies to help you move comfortably through the season.
Neck and shoulder tension often increase during the busy holiday season. Taking just a few minutes to stretch can help you feel more relaxed and balanced.
Here are two simple stretches you can do almost anywhere:
1. Chin Tuck
Sit tall and gently glide your head straight back as if creating a double chin. You should feel a stretch at the base of your neck. Repeat five times.
2. Upper Trapezius Stretch
Sit upright and let one arm rest at your side. Tilt your head toward the opposite shoulder until you feel a gentle stretch. Hold for 20–30 seconds on each side.
If tension becomes painful or persistent, a physical therapist can assess your posture and provide personalized strategies to help you move comfortably through the season.
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