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Desk Stretches You Don't Need to Leave Your Chair For
These five take under three minutes altogether, and none of them need you to leave your desk.
1. Neck release
Gently tilt your ear toward one shoulder, hold for 15 seconds, then the other side.
2. Seated spinal twist
Sitting upright, twist gently toward one side using the back of your chair for support, hold for 15 seconds, then the other side.
3. Wrist and forearm stretch
Extend one arm, palm up, and gently pull the fingers back with the other hand. Hold for 10 seconds per side.
4. Shoulder rolls
Roll both shoulders slowly backward ten times, then forward ten times.
5. Seated forward fold
Sitting at the edge of your chair, let your upper body fold gently toward your knees for a few breaths, then roll back up slowly.
None of this replaces getting up and walking around — but on a day you genuinely can't, it's better than nothing.
This article supports general wellbeing and is not a substitute for medical advice. Please consult your doctor about any health condition.