Here is an easy movement for reducing back and neck strain while sitting at your desk.
No the cat isn
‘t demonstrating it!
The move is called Brugger’s Relief position. Its quite straightforward really:
- perch on the end of your chair with your pelvis in a neutral position (no slouching);
- knees and feet out;
- arms rotated out from the shoulders with thumbs pointing backwards;
- tuck your chin in slightly;
- breathe!!!!
- repeat 2 or 3 times every 20-30 minutes
Have a look at this clip to see how it’s done.
You might also like more thorough instructions.