Can You Do Exercises in the Car?

[LeParker]

Instead of complaining and feeling frustrated during traffic jams, why not try some in-car exercises? Not only can they help alleviate anxiety, but they can also easily relieve neck and back fatigue and promote spinal health. Here are some specific exercises you can do: Stretch Your Back: Sit on the front third of the seat, leaning forward as much as possible. Hold the seatback with both hands, arch your upper body backward, pushing your chest forward and tilting your head upward at a 45-degree angle. Twist Your Waist: Sit on the front third of the seat, keeping your body upright and shoulders relaxed. Place your right hand on the steering wheel and wrap your left arm around the seatback. Use your waist to twist your body to the left, then switch directions and repeat. Wrist and Palm Press: Extend your right hand with the palm facing forward, and press the fingers of your right hand with the palm of your left hand. Apply inward pressure with your left hand while resisting with your right hand for 5–10 seconds. Switch hands and repeat the same motion, pressing the fingers of your left hand with your right hand.