Work It Girl: Reverse Arch Stretch


Updated 11/05/09 3:51 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 3 comments

How to Stretch at Work

Constantly hovering over your keyboard, with your shoulders hunched over not only contributes to terrible posture, but can be a real pain in the neck and back. I know this stretch looks a little provocative and is reminiscent of FlashDance, but it is the antidote to a day of blogging. Sit on the edge of your chair. Reach your hands behind you and hold on to the back of the chair. Inhale and Read more

4 Desk Stretches to Relieve Neck and Shoulder Tension


Updated 11/09/11 4:40 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Desk Stretches to Relieve Neck and Shoulder Tension

Sitting at a desk for hours on end, staring at your computer screen, and scrunching your shoulders as you type can create a stiff neck and tense shoulders, or even a headache. Take a break and do these four stretches at your desk to offer some stress relief. Behind the Back Neck Stretch: offers a deep stretch in the sides of your neck Sitting on the edge of a sturdy chair, reach both hands Read more

Strike a Yoga Pose: Crescent Moon


Updated 04/24/12 6:55 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 3 comments

Strike a Yoga Pose: Crescent Moon

I love yoga not only because it strengthens and stretches my muscles, but also because of the feelings I get in certain poses. Sometimes I feel bold and grounded, like in Hummingbird, and sometimes I feel calm and content, as in Pigeon Twist. Then there are poses, like Crescent Moon, that make me feel beautiful and energized. Arching your back helps open your heart both physically and Read more