{"id":134,"date":"2017-06-17T20:50:54","date_gmt":"2017-06-17T20:50:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/massageworksfw.com\/blog\/?p=134"},"modified":"2024-09-25T18:57:00","modified_gmt":"2024-09-25T18:57:00","slug":"simple-stretching-get-joints-moving","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.massageworksfw.com\/blog\/simple-stretching-get-joints-moving\/","title":{"rendered":"Simple Stretches"},"content":{"rendered":"

Waking up at 6am to hit a morning yoga class is not always an option for everyone. Nonetheless we\u2019re sure you have heard of the amazing results people have had on their muscle joints and mobility from yoga. This is largely due to the gentle stretches involved with yoga positions that exercise joints which otherwise become stiff overtime. Keeping healthy circulation in muscle joints is the key to keeping pain and stiffness away. There are a few simple stretches along with a massage<\/a> that can be done in the morning or even behind a desk at work to make sure your joints are getting the attention they deserve. These stretches are meant to be a gentle introduction into relieving tension and therefore are suitable for most people.<\/p>\n

Simple Stretches:<\/h2>\n
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  1. Shoulder stretch. Shrug your shoulders by raising them both towards your ears. Additionally you can do circle motions forwards and then backwards. Repeat 10 times.<\/li>\n
  2. Wrist stretch. Rotate your wrists clockwise 10 times and then switch direction by rotating counter clockwise an additional 10 times.<\/li>\n
  3. Upper body and arm stretches. Hold your hands together above your head, palms facing towards the ceiling, and then stretch upward toward the ceiling. Repeat 5 times.<\/li>\n
  4. Neck stretch. Tilt your head to the side, bringing your left ear towards your left shoulder till you feel a stretch. Alternate to the right side and repeat 10 times.<\/li>\n
  5. Leg stretch. While sitting down, extend your right leg forward and then reach towards your toe till you feel a stretch. Alternate between legs.<\/li>\n
  6. Finally make sure to book a massage<\/a> at our Fort Wayne location to keep your muscles relaxed.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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