Which yoga pose can i do at my work desk?

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Paper : Yoga FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) for beginners | Platform : Yoga FAQs | Category : Health and Wellness FAQs

These are some of the poses that can be done at your desk:

Shoulder Rolls:

  • Start by sitting in an upright position. Lift your left shoulder up to your left ear and move in a circular motion, dropping it away from your ear
  • Now lift your right shoulder and repeat the same.
  • Continue these shoulder rolls three times, alternating right and left shoulder.
  • Now Lift both the shoulders up to your ears and hold for a breath. Release them, slowly rolling your shoulders around and back, dropping them away from your ear. Repeat five times and then relax your shoulders.

Open Chest stretch:

  • Sit at the edge of a chair and interlock your fingers behind you.
  • Bend forward slightly, lifting your arms so that a stretch is felt in your chest
  • Inhale slowly, lifting your chest.
  • Exhale and relax.
  • Hold for 10 to 15 breaths.
  • Slowly release your hands and return them to your sides.

Neck Stretch:

  • Sit in an upright position without letting your back touch the back of the chair.
  • Hold your head directly over your spine.
  • Drop your right ear toward your right shoulder without lifting your right shoulder or moving your head.
  • Take several breaths in and out, feeling the stretch on the left side of your neck.
  • To create a deeper stretch, reach your right hand over your head and place it on the left side of your face. Hold the pose for at least five more breaths and then release your hand and straighten your neck, gently massaging your neck and shoulders with your left hand.
  • Repeat the same thing on your left side.