MODEL: YUKTHA JAYAGOPAL
The neck, strained by our modern lifestyle and prolonged screen use, benefits greatly from a combination of strength and flexibility exercise to maintain its health and functionality.
Yoga with a wheel offers an innovative and effective approach to strengthening neck muscles, improving posture, and relieving tension.
By incorporating gentle resistance and mindful movement, this practice can enhance neck stability, increase mobility, and promote relaxation in a holistic manner.
METHOD:
* Position a yoga wheel with a diameter of around 40cm and a width of about 15cm.
* Sit upright on a mat with your legs crossed.
* Place the yoga wheel around your head.
* Position the wheel behind your head, and hold it in front with both hands.
* Gently pull the wheel forward while resisting with your neck muscles.
* Hold for five seconds, then release the pressure. Repeat it five times.
* Move the wheel in front of your head and grip it from behind.
* Pull the wheel gently backward, while resisting with your neck.
* Hold for five seconds, then release the pressure. Now, repeat five times.
* Place the wheel on one side of your head, and grip it on the opposite side.
* Gently pull the wheel sideways while resisting with your neck.
* Hold for five seconds, then release the pressure. Now, repeat five times.
* Switch to the other side and repeat the process. Relax after you are done.