BEAUTY AND FASHION
3 simple stretches to help get you started
The licensed chiropractors at The Joint Chiropractic recommend these easy stretches to relieve tension and support spinal health:
* Chin tuck: While seated in a chair with your feet flat on the floor and shoulders relaxed, hold your head upright. Pull your chin in toward your neck; hold that position for a count of five, then relax. Repeat 10 times. To help guide your head, you can gently apply pressure to your chin with two fingers if needed.
* Shoulder blade squeeze: Sit up straight in a chair with your hands resting on your thighs. Keep your shoulders down and your chin level. Slowly draw your shoulders
" Chin tuck: While seated in a chair with your feet flat on the floor and shoulders relaxed, hold your head upright. Pull your chin in toward your neck; hold that position for a count of five, then relax. Repeat 10 times. To help guide your head,"
back and squeeze your shoulder blades together. Hold for a count of five, then relax. Repeat three to five times.
* Abdominal pull-in: While seated or standing, inhale, then exhale slowly to a count of five, pulling your lower abdominal muscles up and in, as if moving your belly button toward your backbone. Relax and breathe normally. Repeat three to five times.
Taking care of your posture and relieving discomfort from wearing ill-fitting bras can have a positive impact on your overall well-being. For more information on The Joint Chiropractic, or to find a chiropractor near you, visit TheJoint.com. Wonder what might happen during your first visit to a chiropractor? Go to TheJoint.com/what-to-expect.