Using simple self-massage exercises can ease aches and pains completely, effortlessly and gently. These exercises will show you how to heal neck and shoulder pains with self...

Many people suffer from severe aches and pains in their neck and shoulders at several stages in their lives. This is hardly surprising if we consider the amount of work these parts of the body have to do. Bad posture, poor working poses, carrying heavy items, etc., can aggravate the problem.

Did you know you may cure the pain with a remedy which is available at your fingertips, literally? Using simple self-massage exercises can ease such pains completely, effortlessly and gently. These exercises will show you how to heal neck and shoulder pains with self massage.

1. Lean you head backwards and squeeze the base of your neck on both sides of your spine, with your palms and fingers. Start rolling your head forward, while squeezing the base. Hold and stretch for 10 seconds, before returning your head to the upright position.
2. Use your fingers to create a deep, circular pressure all around this area. Do not apply pressure on the spine.
3. Squeeze the muscles by placing the left hand on the right shoulder and gently rotate your shoulders backward. This should be repeated by inter-changing your hands.
4. Lightly punch your shoulders and bring fresh blood supply to that area. Keep your wrist floppy and loose as you swiftly punch the area.
5. Use your fingers to stroke the center of your chest. Apply deep pressure between the ribs. Return to the center and redo the movements when your fingers reach the outer edge of your ribs. Feel and concentrate on the tense spots as you work on the chest.

Body parts should be massaged with just the right amount of pressure. Not too hard and not too soft. Make sure the pressure is sufficient enough to make you feel good and relaxed. Self massage can be done almost anywhere and everywhere. There are several self massaging instruments like foam rollers and massage balls that guarantee utmost relaxation and relief. Self massage is almost harmless and has no side effects.

I'm interested in being able to not just teach yoga to others, but to really help people to live better lives outside the yoga studio. I love how yoga can enrich people's lives more than any other form of therapy. One of my favorite resources for learning about self massage therapy is Jill Miller's Yoga Tune Up® site. Hopefully one day I will know as much as Jill. You should really check out her site:
http://www.yogatuneup.com

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