- Do you have sore shoulders, wrists that ache, neck pain, or
just general stress? Use these simple weekly yoga postures to help you
create a better day. Just a few minutes throughout your workday will
make a big difference. As you start each stretch remember to take nice
deep breaths and be aware of your body. - As you go
through these postures, remember safety come first. You might feel
uncomfortable, which is natural, pain, however, is not OK. It is your
body telling you to stop.
Step 1: Stand 8-10 inches away from the wall, feet hip width apart with your back pressing into the wall.
Step 2: Slowly begin to slide your back down the wall by bending your knees.
Step 3: Stop when you feel like you are sitting down comfortably, keep pressing your back into the wall.
Step 4: Inhale as you slide down and then hold your breath as long as you can.
Step 5: Lift your arms to shoulder height and make slow circles in one direction.
Step 6: Inhale as you slide back up by pressing your back into the wall.
