Stretch – The Back of your Neck
Stretching the back of your neck is great for stiff necks, shoulders, achy back and headaches. Give it a try! Sit or stand with good posture. Bend neck forwards as shown. Press your head into your hands, but do not allow the head or neck to move. Hold this...Weekend Reads, April 2016
Can you believe it is nearly May already? I’m certainly shocked at how quickly the year is going and hoping for some better weather very soon. Read on for links to my favourite articles from the past month and an update on what’s happening in my...Stretch Your Upper Back, Stop Slouching
This stretch feels so satisfying and is particularly good after a few hours stuck at your computer. 1.Sit or stand upright. 2. Hold your arms out to the side and bend your elbows. 3. Pull your shoulder blades backwards, as if you are trying to pinch them...Salads for Spring – Tasty, Easy and Nutritious
Warmer, sunnier Spring days call for lighter meals. Good bye hearty Winter stews and hello refreshing salads! Here are a few of my favourites to inspire you. Just click the link to see the full recipe. Mediterranean Halloumi Salad Chopped Salad with...Walthamstow Walks – Coppermill Lane, Marshes, Springfield Park
The clocks have changed, Easter has been and gone and we finally have daylight into the evening – Spring is here! This is a great time of year to get out and get exercising. Walking sounds basic but it is one of the very best forms of exercise. It is...Gluteal Stretch for Back and Hip Aches
Glutes stretches are really satisfying and useful for many types of back and leg pain. 1. Lay on your back. Bring your knees together and rest your feet on the floor. Interlace your fingers behind your head with your feet on the floor. (fig. 1) 2. Lift your left leg...What to Look for in your Office Chair
You probably spend 7 hours a day or more in your office chair. That’s around 35 hours a week and 140 hours a month! It’s definitely worth investing time and money in choosing a suitable chair. Here’s what you should look for: –...Using a Laptop can Hurt your Neck – Here’s What You Can Do
Laptops are great – light, portable & space saving. Unfortunately they are not so good for your posture. Here’s the problem, and how to fix it. When you work on a laptop, you are forced to tilt your head down to look at the screen. ...What’s the Correct Height for my Screen?
A correctly positioned computer screen is crucial for good posture. Here’s how to do it. – Sit at your desk. – Adjust your chair so that your elbows are level with your desk. Your forearms should be able to rest comfortably on the desk....
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