Get fit in 15 minutes: Personal trainer reveals the best exercise to soothe neck pains
- Nadya Fairweather suggests ‘single-arm flashers’ to soothe neck pains
- Nutritionist Lola Biggs advises drinking herbal teas to help boost circulation
- Liz Hemmings reveals a selection of stylish fitness clothes for the work out
WHAT TO DO
To soothe neck pains from too much WFH, try ‘single-arm flashers’ with a resistance band, says Nadya Fairweather (u-shape.co.uk).
Use a circular band and start with light or medium resistance. Hold the band in your left hand and loop the right hand inside the band.
Hold elbows at 90 degrees. Slowly rotate right arm open as if opening a coat and, with control, bring it back in. Go for 15-20 reps, then repeat on the left. This is best done standing.
Concentrate on rotating the shoulder joint, opening the chest and using your upper back muscles. Try to do three sets at intervals each day.
Nadya Fairweather suggests ‘single-arm flashers’ with a resistance band, to soothe neck pains from too much WFH
WHAT TO EAT
Your diet can help to ease muscle strains from poor posture, too, says nutritionist Lola Biggs (togetherhealth.co.uk).
Drink herbal teas to help boost circulation, shift lactic acid build-up and ease pressure in the upper back and neck. Choose those with ginger or turmeric for soreness, and chamomile flower or tulsi (Indian basil) for winding down.
Decrease discomfort with natural pain-relieving foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids such as avocados, walnuts, flax and hemp seeds. Fish-eaters should opt for wild salmon, mackerel or sardines two to three times a week.
Cherries, blackcurrants and blueberries have anti- inflammatory compounds and pigments that can fight muscle ache. Frozen are as good as fresh.
WHAT TO WEAR
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