admin One of the worst things many of us do for our bodies on a daily basis is to sit hunched over our desks, typing or staring at a screen. This sort of inactivity and posture constricts our breathing, creates tension in the upper back, and puts the whole body out of balance.
Office workers often leave the office at 5 pm, feeling tired, sluggish, and sore, even though they have done little all day.
It is unlikely that the typical office environment, with its artificial lighting, air, and lack of movement, will change anytime soon. We can start to reclaim the right to feel great by taking regular yoga breaks in our offices.
You can find time to practice yoga even if you are required to stay at your desk for the entire day. Take short breaks in your chair. Here are three yoga poses that you can do at the office.
Seated Twists
Practicing the Seated Twist will help keep your spine mobile. This pose helps to release tension and stagnant energy. This pose is a great reminder to pay attention to our posture and encourages us to sit more upright for the remainder of the day.
Lift your spine high and inhale while keeping your feet flat. Turn your gaze behind you and place one arm on the opposite knee. Continue to gently press the hand into your leg to increase the turn.
Neck Stretches
Stretching out your neck regularly can help prevent tension headaches.
Draw the neck and head to one side by gently dragging the head with one hand. Imagine tension leaving the neck as you exhale.
Tuck the chin in and look down towards the side of the body, taking the stretch into the back of the neck. The hand can remain on the top of the head to increase the stretch.
Eagle Arms
This pose is a stretch of the arms, shoulders, and back.
