Avoid pain points and stretch

Sitting all day can drive lower back and shoulder pain. Typing away all day can cause carpal tunnel and strain the wrists. Some pointers to address these issues:

• Make your desk and chair the appropriate height.
• If you feel uncomfortable, touch your toes, or hug your knees while lying on your back to stretch the spine and get some relief.
• Open up your chest to reverse some of the side effects of slumping.
• Use a foam roller or arch your back to open up locked-up shoulders, chest, and neck.
• Strengthen your core and glutes with bridges, lunges, or squats.