Feeling the Stress of COVID-19? Follow Along for 10 Minutes of Yoga and Relaxation

McLean’s Kate McHugh, Manager of Fitness, walks us through steps we can take to find a minute to ourselves during the COVID-19 pandemic.

If you’ve been sitting at a makeshift desk, created your own standing one at home, have been on your feet for hours, or are simply tense, there’s a good chance that you’re experiencing back stiffness or pain. A good way to combat this—and relieve tension and anxiety—is through the eight movements of the spine.

Watch Kate McHugh share these simple movements. In a short amount of time, you’ll start to feel tension release from your back and neck while allowing for a reprieve from work, your laptop, or your home environment.

All you need for this exercise is a chair. Do not overexert yourself, and if you have an existing medical condition, please do not attempt any movements that make you feel uncomfortable.

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It’s important to think about ways to manage your mental health. McLean is committed to providing mental health and self-care resources for all who may need them. You and your family may find these strategies from McLean experts helpful to feel mentally balanced in your everyday lives.

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