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If you have neck or shoulder pain, a Pilates instructor recommends these three underrated exercises

If you have neck or shoulder pain, a Pilates instructor recommends these three underrated exercises

Published by Jenni Sidey

Are you someone who is constantly suffering from a tight neck or sore shoulders? Stretching or a massage isn’t necessarily the solution, according to this Pilates instructor. “I’d like to encourage a stronger focus on improving neck, shoulder, and upper back mobility and strength,” says Helen O’Leary, Pilates instructor at Complete Pilates. O’Leary thinks people often forget about the importance of strengthening their upper body to reduce discomfort, particularly if it’s caused by bad posture in people who spend too long sitting down. “The good news is that it doesn’t require a complete overhaul of your routine. Incorporating a few simple, targeted movements throughout the working day can make a meaningful difference in reducing the pain and stiffness associated with prolonged sitting,” O’Leary adds. Article continues below You may like Below, she’s shared three underrated moves that will help mobilise your upper body and reduce discomfort. 1. Cat-cow How to do a Pilates Cat Cow – YouTube Watch On Sets: 1 Reps: 5-10 Get on your hands and knees, with your knees hip-width apart positioned …

New Zealand’s Santner out for a month with shoulder injury

New Zealand’s Santner out for a month with shoulder injury

Published by Sam Flores

May 1 : Mitchell Santner has been sidelined for a month by an injury to his left shoulder, New Zealand’s cricket board (NZC) announced on Friday.  Santner sustained the injury while fielding for the Mumbai Indians in their Indian Premier League (IPL) defeat to Chennai Super Kings by 103 runs last week.   The all-rounder was assessed by a specialist on Friday after returning to New Zealand and was advised to undergo at least a month of rest and rehabilitation. The 34-year-old will miss a one-off test against Ireland and the opening test of a three-match tour of England starting on June 4. New Zealand Cricket said his availability for the second and third tests would be evaluated at a later date. Santner was replaced by South African left-arm spinner Keshav Maharaj in the Mumbai Indians squad. Source link

I swapped dumbbell chest presses for resistance band chest presses for two weeks and my shoulder pain instantly improved

I swapped dumbbell chest presses for resistance band chest presses for two weeks and my shoulder pain instantly improved

Published by Jenni Sidey

Returning to exercise after childbirth has been a challenge. I knew that improving my endurance would be tough, but I thought I might keep my strength levels up by continuing to train throughout pregnancy. Unfortunately, that wasn’t the case. A weaker upper body, plus some nagging shoulder pain, means my usual supine dumbbell chest presses have felt particularly hard. Article continues below You may like I decided to try using a resistance band to perform a standing press instead. It’s a method that I’ve previously had success with, swapping dumbbell rows for resistance band rows. Here’s what happened when I made the same switch with my chest presses for two weeks. How to do a resistance band chest press Sets: 1-3 Reps: 15 You’ll need: a moderately-heavy resistance band and a secure anchor point, like a stair railing, or a door if your resistance band comes with a door anchor attachment. Start your week with achievable workout ideas, health tips and wellbeing advice in your inbox. How to do it: Loop the band around the …

Djokovic pulls out of Miami Open with shoulder injury

Djokovic pulls out of Miami Open with shoulder injury

Published by Sam Flores

March 15 : Novak Djokovic has withdrawn from the upcoming Miami Open due to a right shoulder injury, tournament organisers said on Sunday. The 38-year-old competed at Indian Wells last week, where defending champion Jack Draper rallied from a set down to beat the Serb on Wednesday. Djokovic also played doubles alongside Stefanos Tsitsipas in the California desert before exiting in the second round. The 24-times Grand Slam champion has won the Miami Open six times, making him the most successful men’s player in the tournament’s history. He will now miss the chance to chase a record-breaking seventh crown, having reached the final last year before losing to Czech player Jakub Mensik. The Miami Open begins on Wednesday, with qualifying beginning on Monday. Source link

William Shatner, 94, faces shoulder surgery after falling off horse

William Shatner, 94, faces shoulder surgery after falling off horse

Published by Daniella Wilson

Get the latest entertainment news, reviews and star-studded interviews with our Independent Culture email Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter William Shatner has reportedly undergone shoulder surgery to repair a debilitating injury he sustained late last year after falling from his horse. Ahead of the procedure taking place on Wednesday, March 11, the Star Trek legend, who turns 95 later this month, described it as a “new type of shoulder operation called a reverse something or other.” “You put the ball in the socket and the socket in the thing, and you come out 10 hours later, and you’re pain-free,” he said at Sunday’s 53rd annual Saturn Awards in Burbank, California, according to Page Six. “So that’s what I am meandering towards.” Admitting that he was feeling “old, tired and kind of hurt,” the Boston Legal alum addressed the horseback-riding incident while accepting the Hall of Fame award for his work in the iconic sci-fi franchise. “I ride the horses that …

The kindness of strangers: On the plane I was overwhelmed with grief, then a passenger let me rest my head on his shoulder | Australian lifestyle

The kindness of strangers: On the plane I was overwhelmed with grief, then a passenger let me rest my head on his shoulder | Australian lifestyle

Published by Sam Flores

A long-haul flight in economy is never an appealing prospect but this one felt especially tough. I was leaving California after the death of my father to return to Australia, where I live. I was exhausted, emotional and prone to bursting into tears. It was always hard leaving my birthplace, friends and family behind, and this time I was also contending with the loss of my beloved dad. I was desperately hoping I might have a spare seat next to me on the plane so I could get some sleep, or at least a little privacy. There would be no such luck. When I checked in, the desk staff told me the flight was completely full; worse still, I was in the very last row. Mine was the aisle seat, right beside the toilet and the galley – the busiest, most public place on the plane, when what I really needed was peace. When I boarded and saw my seat, I really fell apart. Next to me was a very large, bodybuilder-type guy, who was …

A tap on the shoulder, a bank card theft. Alleged ATM scam duo sought

A tap on the shoulder, a bank card theft. Alleged ATM scam duo sought

Published by Sam Flores

An ATM con that involves some snooping, some acting and some sleight-of-hand is being carried out across Southern California, police say. And the victims may be the least able to spot the scam. The Los Angeles Police Department is calling on the public for help in identifying a pair of alleged scammers who officials say have been targeting elderly bank customers for at least a month. Here’s how investigators say the scheme plays out. One suspect watches the victim as they enter their PIN on the ATM keypad. The same suspect drops a $20 bill behind the victim, then taps them on the shoulder to alert them that they appear to have dropped some money. Police released photos of two suspects, including a woman, in a series of ATM thefts. (Los Angeles Police Department) While the victim is retrieving the money, a second suspect quickly removes the ATM card from the machine and replaces it with a counterfeit card that closely resembles the original. The victim unknowingly takes the fake card, unaware that their actual …

I’m a personal trainer who helps clients get stronger after injury—these are the three exercises I recommend everyone do to prevent shoulder issues

I’m a personal trainer who helps clients get stronger after injury—these are the three exercises I recommend everyone do to prevent shoulder issues

Published by Jenni Sidey

I’m a certified personal trainer and corrective exercise specialist, and I’ve worked with many clients who struggle with shoulder issues. From minor aches to torn ligaments, impingements, and inflammation, our shoulders are susceptible to a wide range of injuries. Prevention is the best thing you can do for your shoulder health—focus on the area now before you start noticing any tightness or pain. I give my clients three exercises, which address shoulder stability, range of motion and strength. You can try them on their own or as part of a warm-up for an upper-body workout. How to do the shoulder exercises You’ll need a long resistance band of moderately-heavy resistance and a yoga mat for these moves. Beginners should start by doing one set of 10 reps, twice a week. Slowly increase your sets and reps until you can do 3 sets of 15 reps comfortably, 4-5 times a week. You may like The exercises are: External shoulder rotation Internal shoulder rotation T raise Check with your doctor before starting any new activity, especially if …

Anthropic to shoulder some costs as data center expansions threaten to raise power bills

Anthropic to shoulder some costs as data center expansions threaten to raise power bills

Published by Sam Flores

Feb 11 : Artificial intelligence company Anthropic on Wednesday announced initiatives to limit the impact of data centers on consumer energy prices amid increased investment in power-hungry infrastructure necessary for AI tech. Anthropic will cover all grid upgrade costs needed to connect its data centers by increasing its monthly electricity charges, thereby preventing them from being passed on to consumers, the company said. While Big Tech and political leaders across the U.S. are urging a rapid expansion of data-center capacity and new power production to keep the country competitive in AI, local communities are voicing concerns. Americans are worried about how these power-hungry facilities might impact their utility bills and the use of land, water and other natural resources in the region. Anthropic said it will bring new power generation and add grid capacity to meet its data centers’ electricity needs, rather than buying credits or contracting for existing capacity. Where new power generation isn’t online, the company will work with utilities and external experts to estimate and offset demand-driven price effects from its data …

The Best Winter Creams to Give Dry Skin the Cold Shoulder

The Best Winter Creams to Give Dry Skin the Cold Shoulder

Published by Jenni Sidey

Best Value: CeraVe Skin Renewing Night Cream CeraVe Skin Renewing Night Cream Oh CeraVe, how I adore thee. You are easily one of my favorite accessible brands, consistently proving that you don’t have to shell out big bucks for exemplary hydration. This Night Cream is a grail-level alternative to far pricier formulas, and the kind of quietly dependable moisturizer we grooming editors keep in rotation. It delivers a cushiony, comforting hit of moisture the moment it hits skin and is built around gold-standard, derm-approved ingredients: three essential ceramides to reinforce the barrier, peptides to smooth, plus skincare staples like hyaluronic acid and niacinamide. This leans night cream, soaking in as you sleep and leaving skin perfectly primed for repair while you catch some well-earned Z’s. Best for Sensitive Skin: Youth to the People Adaptogen Deep Moisture Cream Youth to the People Adaptogen Skin Repairing Moisture Cream Sensitive skin tends to take the brunt of cold weather, so you want a moisturizer that soothes and calms with gentle, non-irritating ingredients; fragrance-free is a must. Youth to …