2 Game-Changing Cues for Upper Body Power”

Developing a strong upper body is essential not only for countering the strength of the lower body but also for maintaining good posture and overall physical well-being. With a solid upper body, you can avoid many problems, such as poor postural alignment and constant neck, chest and shoulder pain. In addition, as you do exercises that bring your legs above your head, you can prevent your upper body from collapsing like a deflated soufflé.

Rather than succumbing to these conditions and doing nothing to counteract them, there are ways to uplift our moods. Sure, A/C is one way to stay cooler, but it can also dry out the nose and throat. Here’s a quick and easy solution to moisturise your sinuses; it only takes 5 minutes!

But let’s define what an upper body is not. A) Overly bulked muscle that could impair breathing, B) Stiff and tight muscles that reduce mobility. So, as you become more conscious of how to use your upper body strength more efficiently, you will realise that in addition to moving continuously, the quality of your movement is also very important. Applying awareness in your shoulder girdle and shoulder joint as you move your arms and head will reduce tension daily and improve your posture and strength. (Check out two simple cues in today’s video.

Let’s get it on!

Xo 

 Jeanique

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