Because of computers at work, books at study, mahjong at entertainment, TV at relaxation, and playing mobile phones anytime and anywhere, too many people have become [low-head].
If you are not careful, you will get into the bad habit of chest, hunchback and neck extension.
The body gradually bends
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In the long run, it is not only ugly, but also really painful.
Many people’s shoulder and neck soreness and pain are caused by muscle tension in the neck and shoulder.
Do a little test:
Hold your head in your hands and hold your thumb down on the hairline at the back of your head. Keep your head still and turn your eyes. Your thumb will feel small clusters of muscles moving.
This is the small muscle group at the neck.
If you lean your neck for a long time or sit poorly, it is easy to make these small muscle groups tired, and then you will feel that your neck and head and shoulders are sore and unwell.
What should I do?
In fact, a gadget on the table can help you. It is:
Thermos cup!
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Yes, the thermos cup can be used not only to soak medlar, but also to massage and relax the muscles of neck and shoulder.
Usage 1: Massage Neck
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Lie on your back and put the thermos coaster at the junction of your head and neck, where your thumb touched the small muscle group just now.
Slowly shake your head left and right, or lift your chin up and down, and massage in all directions to make these muscles feel squeezed and stretched.
If you use a normal teacup, you can pour warm water to additionally play the role of hot compress.
Usage 2: Stretch thoracic vertebra
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Lie on your back and place the thermos cup slightly down the shoulder blades.
The abdomen is tightened, the back is straight and parallel to the ground, the thoracic vertebra is stretched, the muscles are relaxed by shaking up and down, left and right.
Cross your hands in front of your chest, or put your arms on both sides of your body to help balance.
Usage 3: Release shoulder and back muscles
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This action is an advanced version of the previous action.
The thermos cup is still placed on the upper back and stretches out your arms to do stretching exercises.
About 10 times back and forth, you will feel the muscle soreness of neck, shoulder and back, which has been effectively relieved.
Usage 4: Relax Shoulder and Back
Lie on the right and stick the thermos cup under the armpit near the back, slightly lower than the shoulder.
Right hand straight, palm up;The left hand supports the ground to help keep the balance.The right leg is straight and the left leg is bent and supported in front of the body.
The right foot pedals the ground to drive the body to move upward, allowing the thermos cup to roll slightly and relax the latissimus dorsi fascia.
Then change sides.
Be careful not to let the thermos cup roll too low and hurt the ribs.
Usage 5: Press the chest
This action requires unscrewing the lid of the thermos cup.
It is better to use the thermos cup lid with a slightly higher head and a blunt head.
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Get down, let the lid rest on the muscle groups above the collarbone and sternum, find the sore point, and lie down quietly for two minutes.
If the lid is not high enough, several thick books can be placed under the lid to make this action easier to complete.
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After the massage of this set of thermos cups, the shoulder and neck will definitely feel relaxed and comfortable, and the neck seems to be much more flexible than before!
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Of course, no matter how good massage and relaxation methods you have, it is still the most effective way to have a good posture, feel comfortable and form good daily habits.
Remember to remind yourself all the time:
Now this posture is not right!
Stand up and sit up straight!
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