07/03/2026
We spend all day sitting and straining our backs in strange awkward positions. You can help relieve a lot of those aches and pains before they come with a simple every day stretch for 30 seconds.
Childs pose:
Starting Position: Kneel on the floor or a yoga mat, bringing your big toes together and sitting back on your heels. You can keep your knees together or spread them hip-width apart for a deeper stretch.
Lowering the Body: Exhale and fold forward, bringing your torso down between your thighs. Extend your arms forward with palms on the mat, or place them alongside your body with palms up.
Head and Spine Alignment: Rest your forehead gently on the floor, lengthening through the spine and tailbone. Focus on relaxing your neck and shoulders.
Breathing: Breathe slowly and deeply, pressing your belly against your thighs on the inhale and sinking further into the pose on the exhale.
If you still suffer with aches and pains consider seeing your local osteopath for an assessment, diagnoses and relief.
