Stretches that will help relieve headache tension
By Annie Millar
Better Homes and Gardens Better Homes and Gardens Beauty and Lifestyle Editor / September 07 2017
Do these at your desk daily
By Annie Millar
Better Homes and Gardens Better Homes and Gardens Beauty and Lifestyle Editor / September 07 2017
Do these at your desk daily
When we’re stressed, we tend to clench the muscles in our jaw, neck and shoulders, which can bring on a pounding headache. Stand up and shake it out regularly – whether you feel it coming on or not. Also, try this simple tension-relieving stretch sequence daily.
1
Shoulder lifts
Raise and drop your shoulders several times in an exaggerated shrug, then roll backwards and forwards five times.
2
Stretch your jaw
To ease jaw tension, tilt your head back slightly. Then, open your mouth as wide as you can and hold the stretch for 15 seconds.
3
Neck tilts
For your neck, lower your chin to your chest and hold for 15 seconds. Straighten up then slowly tilt your head towards the ceiling. Close your teeth gently to complete the stretch.
4
Side stretch
Tilt your head towards your right shoulder. Don’t force it any further than is comfortable. Hold for 15 seconds. Slowly straighten and repeat on the opposite side.
5
Repeat the first step
Finish the exercise by repeating the shoulder roll.
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Annie Millar is a Beauty Expert with more than 30 years experience in the Beauty Industry. Her qualifications include Life Coaching, Makeup Artistry, Beauty Therapy and Secondary Teaching. She is currently the Beauty and Lifestyle Editor for Better Homes and Gardens magazine.
