Making Time To Stretch at Work | |
An eight-hour work day, especially when associated with sitting in one position, can cause muscle tightness. The simple solution is to stretch your body at regular intervals whether you’re at the office, at home, or outdoors. Here are some tips to remember when stretching.
Stretching helps improve blood circulation, release tension, and boost energy. Don't forget to take a few minutes to stretch every day.
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Benefits of Stretching | |
It's simple and easy to stretch your muscles. Regular stretching has several benefits including:
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A Simple Office Chair Stretch | |
Working in an office usually means sitting in one area for several hours. This ultimately leads to bad posture and low back pain due to tight hip flexors and shortened hamstrings. You can help prevent these aches and pains by performing the following simple stretches:
For more information on the right stretching techniques for you, please contact your physical therapist. We'll help you restore muscle flexibility by teaching you the right (and wrong) ways to stretch.
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