A 30-second exercise that helps solve neck and back problems
If you are interested in a healthy lifestyle and are on social networks, then you may have already seen this viral video… On it, a pretty girl does an exercise for the neck and back and claims that it is 100% effective. Other users soon became addicted to it. But is it really as useful as they say it is? Let's find out.
The author of the exercise, which has already become famous, is a physiotherapist and fitness trainer Susie Spirlock. In social networks, the girl is known by the nickname @Dr.Susie.Squats. The essence of the exercise is that from the initial position on all fours, you need to lift up the arm bent at the elbow. Sounds pretty simple. Does it really work?
We suggest that you first familiarize yourself with the video itself. At the moment, he has 3.5 million views and more than 250 thousand "I like" marks.
In the video, Suzy shows how to simply and quickly remove clamps, cramps, pain and discomfort in the neck, back and shoulders. To do this, you need to stand on all fours with a straight back, bend your arm at the elbow and, holding your palm on your neck, stretch your elbow up. This exercise should be repeated on both hands.
At the same time, it should be remembered that if you have spinal injuries or any other similar problems, it is better to consult a doctor before performing the exercise.
People who have experienced the exercise for themselves assure that it really works! According to them, after the first performance, there is a lightness in the neck and back, discomfort and muscle spasms go away.
Many are surprised by the effectiveness of these simple movements, but here's how Susie herself comments on it:
At the same time, the coach emphasizes that such exercises are not a panacea for any diseases. If there are serious back problems, you should consult a doctor.
In addition, it is important to maintain an active lifestyle, sit less and move more.
According to Suzy, even correct posture while working at the computer does not guarantee that you will not have a backache.
According to the trainer, all unpleasant symptoms are caused by the duration of staying in a particular position, and not by the pose itself.
In other words, it is not necessary to keep your back straight all the time, because this is also a serious load. To avoid pain and discomfort, it is enough to change the position at least once every 30 minutes.
During breaks, you can do a little warm-up. The exercise that Suzy showed on the video is perfect for this.
Earlier we shared other useful exercises for the neck and back. Do them at least several times a day, and soon your body will tell you "Thank you!