Spine Strong

Spine Strong, Sit Long: Medical Desk Exercises for Long Sitting Hours

Spending long hours sitting can strain your cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine. According to the World Health Organization, prolonged sedentary behavior increases musculoskeletal risks and circulation problems.

1️⃣ Chin to Chest Stretch

Corrects forward head posture and reduces neck strain.

• Sit upright, feet flat
• Lift chin toward ceiling (5 seconds)
• Lower chin to chest (5 seconds)
• Repeat 5 times

2️⃣ Seated Spine Twist

Relieves mid-back stiffness.

• Place one hand on opposite knee
• Other hand behind chair
• Gently twist and hold 5 breaths
• Switch sides

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3️⃣ Seated Cobra Pose

Strengthens lumbar spine and improves posture.

• Palms beside hips
• Press down and pull shoulders back
• Lift chest slightly
• Hold 3–5 breaths

30–30 Rule: Every 30 minutes, stand up and move for 30 seconds.

Spine Strong: Desk Exercises

1-Chin to Chest

Lift chin up 5 sec. Lower to chest 5 sec. Repeat 5x.

2-Spine Twist

Twist gently. Hold 5 breaths. Switch sides.

3-Seated Cobra

Press palms, lift chest. Hold 3–5 breaths.

Chin to Chest Stretch

Seated Spine Twist

Seated Cobra Pose

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