Regretti depresso but not anno domini (still not an ad por favore)

Taking care of my back, neck, and upper spine isn't something I do often – I’m usually hunched over my phone, like so many of us. But that’s exactly why I need it. I’ve inherited a tendency toward kyphosis, and over the years, my neck has somehow "disappeared"—replaced by a soft double chin that quietly reminds me of how passive I’ve become.

”If I’d do anything normal, I’d be weird” —SieqGames

 
Recently, I’ve found a routine that actually helps me wake up my body and support it in everyday life: one hour of daily movement. Part of it is done lying face down on the bed, the rest with the help of some simple tools. One of my favorite discoveries has been a budget-friendly resistance band with handles that I ordered from China—a surprisingly effective yoga aid I now use behind my back for posture exercises. I also make use of a wall, pressing my foot against it to activate my glutes, hips, and upper back.

On the bed, I do movements like scapula squeezes and gentle “swimming” motions with no weights—small but mighty actions that wake up those forgotten upper back muscles without straining the neck. Bonus: I can listen to the latest pop hits and charge my phone at the same time. I’m not quite at the point where I can lie on my stomach for more than half an hour, but I’m getting there.

This routine also helps me rebuild my posture and slowly coax my chin forward again—no more dangling beneath my jawline. When standing, I sometimes lean into a doorframe or wall to make sure I’m targeting the right muscles. No, it won’t turn me into a mannequin, but feeling more connected to my own body again is worth more than I expected. And who knows—maybe I’ll even start eating more salad. ☕️🥬🍅🌶🥗🍽

(jos ig julkaisu ei näy, https://www.instagram.com/p/DJrOxJxNpSI/?img_index=1 )

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