In the last in the 5 day series of neck stretches, we come on to our backs so the floor gives us support and stability for the shoulders as we stretch the neck and also can provide some resistance. Arm raises and bridging add in variety as well as shoulder Read more
When we think about releasing tension in our neck we also have to address lack of mobility we may have in our shoulders, tightness in our chest, and/or weakness in our upper back muscles. In this routine we use internal and external shoulders rotations as we stretch the chest and Read more
In this routine we laterally flex the neck from side to side, again identifying muscle tightness. Introducing gentle resistance and rotation to increase the intensity of the stretches.
Day 1 in a 5 day series of 5 minute neck stretches. We begin by exploring how much movement you have in your neck by turning your head from right to left without moving your shoulders or your spine. The exercises will help you to identify where you have tightness Read more
Chip video bombs this routine but also beautifully demonstrates PANDICULTION, which is how we stretch our body when yawning. I hope it makes you smile as much as it did me!!! This routine follows the muscle and myofascia fibres that run multi -directionally across the body, to help increase our Read more
Following on from the Plank Tutorial , this Plank Challenge takes you through a short routine from standing, into down facing dog and onto the floor for various Plank challenges. Starting with a basic Plank hold and layering in knee tucks and shoulder taps to improve muscular strength, core strength Read more
In this tutorial I take you through all the stages of the extended arm Plank to ensure you have good technique and stay safe whilst performing the exercise. From all 4’s, to kneeling 3/4 Plank into the full Plank Posture, ensuring good alignment and activation. This tutorial will improve your Read more
This is the last in the series of 5 days of 5 Minutes of Mindful Movement. The series has focused on movement in to the spine. We have been thinking about finding time to create space not only in our day but in our body, connecting to our body and Read more
In Day 4 of this Mindful Movement series we are doing a Child Pose to all 4’s flow that allows you to explore moving in a way that feels good for you as you create physical spaciousness and mental stillness. Notice how it feels to be in your body as Read more
Day 3 of Mindful Movement brings 5 minutes of mobilising into your lower back and pelvis. We can hold a lot of tension and tightness in our lower back. By bringing our awareness to our breath and how it feels to be in our body we can start to release Read more
