📲 3 ways to combat text neck!!

Now that we’re all back to work and school after summer vacations, many of us are looking at our screens even more.

If your head is forward or shoulders slouched, it could be “text neck” and could create even worse problems (like headaches or back pain) over time.

Try these things:

1️⃣Bring Phone to Eye-Level

If you’re sitting at a desk while looking at your phone, prop it up on a stand. If you’re sitting on a couch or chair, prop your elbows on your stomach area so that your phone is in front of your face. Walking while looking at your phone? Your arms may just need to get tired.

2️⃣ Take Stretch Breaks

Take breaks to do some neck rolls, shoulder stretches, or just stare off into the distance. These breaks will not only benefit your posture but also help relax your vision and refresh your brain.

3️⃣ Open an App!

Ironically, the solution could be the same as the problem: an app! There are several apps that will guide you through exercises to improve posture, and most can be done in just 5 minutes a day.

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👋 Stop the scroll and try these now!

Most people sit with their neck forward for many hours a day—whether working at the computer or looking at their phone.

Here are 3 quick stretches you can do to loosen your neck and train your muscles for better posture.

1️⃣ Chin Tuck

Sit or stand tall with your shoulders down and your head facing forward. Lower your chin to your chest and hold for 30 seconds. Return to the starting position and repeat.

2️⃣ Head Turn

Begin upright and facing forward. Turn to look over your right shoulder and hold for 30 seconds. Repeat on the left side.

3️⃣ Side Neck Stretch

Begin upright and facing forward. Lower your right ear to your right shoulder and hold for 30 seconds. Repeat on the left side.

If you tend to stay working at your desk for long hours with no break, set a reminder on your phone to do these exercises!

You might just feel better by the end of the day.

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