🤗 Give yourself a hug!!

Standing body hugs are more than just a feel-good movement. They gently open and close the upper body, creating space between the shoulder blades, encouraging spinal mobility and helping to release tension in the chest, shoulders and upper back.

Start standing tall. As you stretch your arms wide, inhale to expand the chest. Then exhale as you wrap your arms around yourself in a hug, alternating which arm goes on top each time. It’s a simple movement but surprisingly effective.

💡 Why it’s worth doing:

✔️ Mobilises the spine and shoulders

✔️ Releases tension in the upper back and chest

✔️ Encourages healthy posture (great for desk days!)

✔️ Supports circulation and breath

✔️ Gives a lovely little emotional reset 💛

This one’s a great reminder that movement doesn’t need to be complicated. A few slow body hugs can help you reconnect with yourself, loosen up stiff muscles and even lift your mood.

Plus… who doesn’t need a hug now and then?

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Give Yourself a Hug