Exercises to ease neck and shoulder discomfort

Whether your neck tension comes from long work hours, stressors of life, or sleeping in the wrong way etc. -

If your energy feels stuck within the head and shoulders causing discomfort or tightness - these are my go to Qi Gong routines I reach for to help “moisten the joints”.

https://youtu.be/MwPx7NvDXyc?si=bl8LKQokDnNe7-mL

https://youtu.be/2aJ2su6U7Ok?si=0JkUZK5dCFL3Xi3U

https://youtu.be/u8eklKpXP-0?si=c0ATjecPHf0a-DnH

https://youtu.be/GpKTSnaSDk8?si=HkgHqujR_3KCJ1Yg

They are each about 5-10 minutes long and all you need is a small space and your body to do. No yoga mat or special clothing needed. Find a time that is sustainable for you - for example add this to your morning routine, a mid day stretch routine during your 30 min work break, before bedtime or even all 3. There is no rule to this only to do what you feel your body needs.

For an extra boost - practice outside in nature (if you’re able); especially under a tree to experience how the elements connect to your energy/body/movements/ intention.

Pay attention to the wind responding to your own energy, as you follow the sequences- activate your senses and mind to connect to the elements and our plant and cosmic kin. Feel your pores open and receive the sun, moonlight, cleansing breeze.

As you inhale thank the trees for the oxygen they’re creating, and as you exhale gift the trees the Co2 they need to transform it into their own food and nourishment. Welcome these gentle reminders of our connectivity to all things including the plants, water, stars, animals and each other.