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sy Stretches to Do at Work
Tightness in the shoulder, neck, and back often leads to fatigue, injury, soreness, and lack of mobility. It’s a casualty of the modern desk job. Good flexibility allows a muscle to lengthen and the joints to operate through a full range of motion. When muscles are elastic, your posture improves and you breathe deeper. Using more lung capacity sends more oxygen-rich blood to your brain to keep you alert and productive.
Employ the 20-20 rule. Every 20 minutes, stand for 20 seconds and stretch or shake things out. 20 seconds away from your computer reduces fatigue and increases blood circulation.
Every 2 hours, try to the following series of postural correction moves and rejuvenating stretches that will make tight muscles feel great and improve your oxygen efficiency.
1. Chest Elevation
Sit in a chair with your arms at your sides and your feet flat on the floor. Gently raise your chest toward the ceiling, but don’t look up. Keep your chin level with the floor. Hold this position for 10 seconds, then relax, and repeat 5 to 10 times.
2. Scapular Retraction
Get into the position for the chest elevation stretch while sitting, but this time place your hands on your hips. Squeeze your shoulder blades together, feeling the stretch in your chest. Hold for 10 seconds, then relax, and repeat the sequence 5 to 10 times.
Read more and get the other 5 stretches go to: http://www.menshealth.com/mhlists/work_stretches/Work_Stretches_Scapular_Retraction.php#slidetop#ixzz0uY8w3iDt
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