Ever wake up with a stiff neck, or feel tension creeping in halfway through the day? You’re not alone. At Made Possible Personal Training in St. Petersburg, we see it all the time, especially with clients over 40 who sit a lot, stress a lot, or have a history of injury.
Neck stiffness isn’t just annoying. It can mess with your workouts, your sleep, and your overall mood. The good news? You can do something about it. Here are three simple ways to start feeling better fast:
1. Use a Lacrosse Ball Between Your Shoulder Blades
Grab a lacrosse ball, find a wall, and gently press it between your shoulder blade and spine. Move slowly and breathe. This helps release tension in the upper back, one of the sneaky culprits behind neck pain.
2. Stop Shrugging
Notice your shoulders creeping up toward your ears? Happens to the best of us. Bring awareness to your posture throughout the day. Relax your shoulders down and back, especially when driving, texting, or typing.
3. Get to the Gym
Seriously. Regular strength training improves posture, builds stability, and reduces the muscular imbalances that lead to neck pain. Whether it’s through semi-private personal training, mobility sessions, or stretching classes with Coach Sanya, the work you do in the gym directly supports how you feel outside of it.
You don’t have to live with that tight, crunchy neck feeling. You just have to move smarter.
Need help getting started?
We specialize in helping people over 40 move better, feel stronger, and train in a way that supports real life. Call us at 727-537-9854 or book your first session online. Let’s get that neck moving again.
