Irritable, tense or victims of insomnia? The lockdown will not have your skin, nor your health! A regular practice of self-massage will allow you to restore an adequate harmony with your body. Whether it is to relieve your shoulders or your neck for example, there are simple and precise gestures to perform alone. You have your well-being at your fingertips!
When, how, why?
In the morning, when you wake up, at bedtime or even before a stressful meeting, five minutes are enough to cure your headaches or your anxiety state. The best posture? On your knees, buttocks on your heels, one foot resting on the other.
At work, sit in a chair with your spine straight and your feet firmly planted on the ground. Small additional recommendation: vigorously rub your palms against each other before each self-massage session.
Deep and repeated breathing will allow you to refocus on the present moment and to feel more the well-being that you get for yourself. Self-massage gives you better circulation, eclipses the feeling of heavy legs, regulates your nervous system and can even improve your digestion.
Self-massage: 2 exercises to relax
For some neck pain or headaches, place your fingers on the back of your neck, in the direction of your skull. Gradually raise your hands, while exerting light upward pressure. Your fingers are positioned on the horizontal line of your neck. You are the only person able to know where your ailments lie and what makes you feel good. So, look for your contracture points to maintain pressure there. Use circular motions with your fingertips or thumbs.
The lower back musclescan also be very sensitive. To ease any stiffness, place your hands on your waist. Point your thumbs horizontally and apply pressure with your thumbs. Go through your spine and raise your hands along the lower back, slowly. During the self-massage, your fingers must remain in contact with your skin. Stay tuned to your feelings: a firm support causes some pain, but it is completely legitimate. Press firmly, then slowly withdraw your fingers from the stimulated point. Each press must be done with your fingertips, briefly, while keeping a rhythm adapted to your needs.
