Easing your tense neck and shoulders at day's end with three easy stretches recommended by a fitness coach

Nico Gonzalez, an international fitness educator, trainer, and motivational speaker, offers advice on preventing 'tech neck' and relieving neck and shoulder stiffness. As the founder of Fitness Physiques by Nico G, established in 2021, and the studio owner, Gonzalez is certified through the American Council on Exercise (ACE) for group fitness and personal training, and the Pilates Method Alliance (PMA) for Pilates training.

Gonzalez recommends three stretches to help alleviate neck and shoulder stiffness: The I stretch, The T stretch, and The Y stretch.

The I stretch involves standing tall facing a wall and bringing your body as close to the wall as is comfortable without pain. The exact details of this stretch are not provided, but it is suggested that one should maintain a comfortable position without causing any discomfort.

The T stretch requires starting with arms stretched straight out to the sides with palms flat on the wall. Slowly taking one hand and arm away from the wall, keeping arms long, and alternating arms for a total of 10 repetitions on each arm. The Y stretch follows a similar pattern, with arms stretched overhead and wide with palms flat on the wall. Slowly taking one hand and arm away from the wall, keeping arms long, and alternating arms for a total of 10 repetitions on each arm.

Unfortunately, the exact details of these stretches are not available, but they are likely designed to stretch and strengthen the neck and shoulder muscles, helping to alleviate stiffness and improve mobility.

Overuse of neck and shoulder muscles while using digital devices can cause stiffness, loss of mobility, and chronic pain. By incorporating regular screen breaks, exercise, and stress management into daily routines, individuals can help prevent these issues and maintain good posture.

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Easing your tense neck and shoulders at day's end with three easy stretches recommended by a fitness coach