Planning a Road Trip? Try These Stretches!

Sitting in the car is hard on our bodies. We are meant to get up and do things, so being cramped and stuck in a seated position for hours initiates pains and aches. However, there are a few stretches that you can do while driving which will greatly help your time behind the wheel. Here are our favorite road trip stretches to help relieve travel pains.

Super Easy Stretches

Rolls – These are a common favorite for everyone. They focus on moving isolated joints, loosening those tendons which become static while you are driving. Most parts of your body can benefit from some extra movement, and since you can do these while going down the highway, give it a try when something seems tight or achy. A good choice to start with is rolling your wrists and ankles, shoulders, neck, and arms.

Cow Face – Ignore the name, it is a carry-over from Sanskrit, which translates to ‘cow face’. This can be done while driving, but it is better to pull over or do it as a passenger. This maneuver helps to stretch out your shoulders and arms. Begin by putting one arm over that same shoulder, then use your other hand to pull your elbow towards your head. Be careful that your arms aren’t pushing your head forward during this and focus on your breathing.

Calf Raises – Better known as a standing position, these can also be completed while sitting. Rest the foot you want to focus on on the floor of the car and then lift your heel. This does have a better effect when standing since you have more range of motion. But they can be completed in the car for temporary pain or tightness relief.

Chiropractic Before You Drive

As good as these road trip stretches are for you, there are few things as beneficial as a spine alignment before you go driving. This is because our alignments help to return your spine to its best possible condition. The end result is a body that feels relaxed and even helps to prevent injury, strain, and pain. Williamsburg Chiropractic has been helping the people of Brooklyn since 2002. Contact us today for more chiropractic information and solutions.