Postural Strength Exercises

The back-of-neck exercise targets muscles responsible for supporting proper posture. Postural exercises are presented as stimulating signals that restore posture and improve communication between the body and brain. Postural exercises and breathing-based relaxation exercises can help restore balance between stress and relaxation. Improving stress-relaxation balance is presented as supporting immune function, digestion, sleep, and overall body regulation. The weighted exercise engages the shoulder and upper back muscles by bringing the shoulders up and out. One posture exercise uses hand weights with the elbows positioned back. Another exercise strengthens the back-of-neck muscles using light pressure on the forehead and an upward head movement. Two exercises are identified as building the muscular foundation for proper posture. The “three winged friends” exercises are given as examples of movements that can restore signaling and support frontal lobe activation.