Align your spine, day 13: Counteract work posture

Keep your upper body alert and aligned.

TODAY'S CHALLENGE Counteract work posture You've been doing the Awareness Routine every morning this week, but today make time for it at night, too.  During the day, do 2 minutes of the Chest- and Hip-Opening Stretch. Ideally, you'll do this every 2 hours to counteract work posture and keep your upper body alert and aligned.   Chest- and Hip-Opening Stretch How to do it: Start on one knee with your opposite foot planted in front of you. Make sure your legs are far enough apart that your back leg can be lengthened while your front knee remains stacked directly over your ankle. Place your hands on your front knee and tuck your tailbone slightly toward the floor in order to activate your glutes. When you're ready to begin, release the hip of your back leg forward and down toward the floor. Clasp your hands behind your back and reach your arms down toward the back of your back knee, keeping your arms as straight as possible. Lift your heart to open your chest. Hold for 3-5 breaths. Repeat on the opposite side. Awareness Routine Child's Pose Cat-Cow Standing Forward Fold Until tomorrow, The Healthline Team Follow us View in browser   To see all newsletters, click here.   Our services, content, and products are for informational purposes only. Healthline Media does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. See additional disclaimer information.   Privacy Policy  |  Unsubscribe    © 2020 Healthline Media 660 Third Street, 2nd Floor, San Francisco, CA 94107