03/17/08
	5 Easy Exercises You Can Do at Your Desk*
	1.	Neck stretch. Bring your left ear down toward your left shoulder and hold. Gently roll your head down toward your chest. Hold, and roll your head to the right, and bring that ear to your right shoulder. Then bring your head to the starting position.
	2.	Arm circles. Extend your arms straight out to the side. Make small circles forward and then in reverse. You can gradually make your circles bigger. Pointing your fingers toward the wall or flattening your palms will stretch different arm muscles, so you can mix it up. Just remember to do the same for both arms.
	3.	Arm reach. Stretch both arms over your head and reach for the ceiling. After 10 seconds, alternate extending the right hand higher and then the left.
	4.	Shoulder touch. Try to touch your shoulder blades together. Hold, and then relax.
	5.	Calf stretch. Bring your toes up toward the front of your legs, while keeping your heels on the floor. Hold for 5 or 10 seconds. Then return to starting position and next raise your heels with only your toes on the floor. Hold for 5 or 10 seconds.
*Sit straight with both feet firmly planted on the floor, your knees slightly bent apart. Remember to inhale and exhale in a slow and controlled manner and, of course, to always consult your physician before beginning any new exercise regimen.
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