3 Ball Stretch Moves For Better Posture

Spring is a great time to do a check in on how “aligned” you're feeling in different areas of your life.

What's blooming (or not) so far this year for you?
 
Remember you’ll feel ease, flow, & relaxation in your body (& life) when you’re in alignment whether it’s for your posture or your purpose.

It's never too late to course correct if you're off track or took an accidental detour on your fitness goals.
 
When it comes to your posture, you want to start with creating space.
 
You need to overcome the compressive forces that gravity, aging, sitting, and even exercise have on your tissue and joints.
 
How?
 
Through daily stretch moves that help you lengthen through your fascia (connective tissue) and spine.
 
A great stretch tool for this is an exercise ball.
 
The surface can support your spine while you stretch up and over it.
 
You can also add some gentle rocking motions while you stretch with it which is super calming to your nervous system.
 
Use these 3 BALL STRETCH MOVES to help open up your shoulders, hips, and low back for better posture & core mobility.

You can do the STRETCH MOVES for a few breaths to a few minutes. Add gentle rocking if it feels relaxing.

Child's Pose on the Ball is a great one to do before bed. Move the ball slowly to each side to get a deeper stretch through your lat and core side muscles.

Caution!!!
*always protect your neck- you may need to support your head/neck with your hands like you would for an abdominal crunch especially if you have had a neck injury. Imagine a string pulling from the top of your head so you keep your neck long (not crunched).
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*if you get dizzy in any of the positions, support your head/neck with your hands and make sure you aren’t holding your breath. Stop if that doesn't help relieve it.
 
OVER TO YOU
 
Remember our fascia takes the shape of the thing we do most during the day.
 
Do these BALL STRETCH Moves after sitting long periods or at the end of your workouts or day.
 
You can also use these BALL STRENGTH Moves before you stretch over it.
 
Find more ways to traction while you stretch here so you can make lasting changes to your posture and flexibility.

P.S. Want a full body daily massage & stretch routine that takes less than 10 minutes? Check out MINI Massage Camp here.