Movements to Fight the Pain that Comes with Sitting Long Periods

Since you are sitting…ALOT. It is important to do some movements that open up the front of your body
If any of the movements below hurt:
- Try not to go as deep into the position
- OR hold off on that particular movement and email me at cip125133@yahoo.com and I can recommend an alternative position
FIRST: A sequence of movements that be done safely while driving/sitting
The more you move…the better
SECOND: A sequence that can be done morning and night with some of the movements able to mixed in throughout the day
Try to do each movement a minimum of 5x or a maximum of 20x
Movement #1: Seated chin tuck
- This can be done while sitting against the head rest of a seat or using your hands as shown in the video
- I recommend doing this gently and frequently throughout the day
- It can be very effective in reducing headaches and neck pain
Movement #2: Get the arms overhead
- Modification of Downward Dog in Yoga that is safe and easy to do anywhere
Movement #3: Active Shoulder Extension
- Can be done holding a towel or pillowcase behind your back
Movement #4: Open the front of the Hip Elevated Lunge
- Can be done at a stair or with foot propped up on any elevated surface
- Front foot can be propped up or flat
Movement #5: Wall Plank
- Can be done at wall/counter
- Easy way to activate your trunk and glute
- - Alternative to engage your trunk is below