Is your spine thirsty?

This month my focus in classes, workshops and retreats this month is all about the third limb of Yoga - Asana (posture) but also movement practices that can make creating those yoga shapes and everyday movements easier and reduce pain, tension and discomfort in the body.

So I ask you Could your spine be thirsty?

Hydration can have a huge impact on movement and amplify discomfort and tension in the body, particularly the spine.

Do you ever feel stiff, sore, and uncomfortable in your body?

Do you ever feel like your mobility and movement are restricted, causing you pain?

If so, you might be dealing with the effects of dehydration.

It's easy to forget, but dehydration affects our bodies in more ways than just thirst and headaches.

When we don't drink enough water, our bodies can become stiff, sore, and lack the ability to move in the way we need them to.

This can be especially true for those dealing with tension and discomfort in the spine. When we are dehydrated, the discs between our vertebrae become compressed, leading to tension and discomfort in the spine.

This can cause us to experience pain, stiffness, and a lack of mobility in the body, making it difficult to move around and live our lives.

So, how can we combat dehydration and its effects on our movement and spine?

The answer is simple: drink more water!

Making sure you stay hydrated is one of the best things you can do to reduce tension and discomfort in the body, particularly the spine.

Here are some tips to keep you hydrated and reduce discomfort in the body.

1. Drink plenty of water throughout the day - aim for at least 8 glasses.

2. Eat foods with a high water content like cucumbers, celery, watermelon, and oranges.

3. Avoid caffeine and alcohol, as these can act as diuretics and can lead to dehydration.

4. Exercise regularly to help keep your spine strong and healthy.

5. Practice good posture by sitting tall with your shoulders back and down, your neck in line with your spine, and your chin tucked in.

6. Take frequent breaks when working or sitting for long periods of time.

7. Stretch your muscles and joints regularly to improve flexibility. Or join me for some regular Yoga, movement and mindfulness to keep your body mobile and pain free.

8. If sitting for long periods try using a lumbar support cushion when sitting to help maintain the natural curve of your spine.

For ways to support this and further ease tension, discomfort and reduced mobility in the body, join me for some regular Yoga and Movement in my weekly Online Bliss Wake Up and my Move & Sleep Well Yin Yoga

You can join me for drop in or subscribe to Burnout to Bliss Online for these live online classes and more. All classes are recorded so even if you can join me live you can catch up later with recordings or choose a practice from my on demand library if a monthly subscriber. For more info head here - www.myholisticbliss.com/online

Until next time

Lots of Love

Debbie xx