Feeling Like A Prawn From Sitting All Day? Here Are 5 Easy Stretches To Do At Your Desk

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If you spend most hours of the week at your desk, then you're probably one of many victims of back and neck pain. Sitting for many hours at a time will inevitably cause long term health issues, like increased chances of obesity and reduced metabolism.

Therefore, it's good to take a break by taking a walk sometimes to encourage blood flow and muscle movement. 

Tricep stretch is an easy exercise to help you prevent stiff muscles and boost your blood circulation.

Here are the steps:

1. Raise your arm over your head to the opposite side.
   
2. Pull the elbow using your other hand toward your head and hold for 10 to 30 seconds.
3. Repeat for the other arm.

Overhead reach stretch is beneficial for your back and core as it opens up your chest and shoulders, thus easing soreness.

Here are the steps:

1. Extend your arm over your head and reach to the opposite side.
2. Hold for 10 to 30 seconds.
3. Repeat for the other arm.

Doing this pectoral stretch can lengthen chest muscles to ensure that you maintain good posture naturally and comfortably.

Here are the steps:

1. Clasp your hands behind your back.
2. Push your chest outwards, while ensuring your chin stays raised.
3. Hold for 10 to 30 seconds.

Ever stood up and felt stiff around your ankle areas? Then, it's most likely your hamstrings. This exercise will help you improve your flexibility and prevent lower back pain.

Here are the steps:

1. In your seat, extend one leg outward.
2. Reach toward your toes.
3. Hold for 10 to 30 seconds.
4. Repeat for your other leg.

The upper trap exercise is good if you want to release the tension from your neck and reduce tightness.

Here are the steps:

1. Gently pull your head to each side of your shoulder until you feel a light stretch.
2. Hold for 10 to 15 seconds.
3. Alternate for each side.