04/13/2026
Do you have chronic tightness or pain in your shoulders, neck, upper, middle, or lower back? Do you have headaches, or find yourself clenching your jaw, grinding your teeth? And do you also spend hours at the computer, or texting, or video-gaming? Sitting and reading, or watching TV in a comfy chair? Driving, gardening, or carrying a heavy purse or backpack?
If so, you may have a common misalignment known as “forward head syndrome,” where the head sits forward of, rather than atop, the neck and shoulders. And for every inch that the head is forward of where it’s intended, it puts about 10 additional pounds of pressure on your spine. No wonder you’re feeling pain!
Yoga can be especially effective for addressing these patterns because it helps re-train the body to move with better alignment and ease. Join Lucy this coming Saturday, April 18th, for Yoga for Head, Neck, and Shoulders, and explore how to restore mobility in the upper spine; broaden and stabilize the shoulder girdle; and gently lengthen the muscles that pull the head forward.
Through simple, mindful movements, you’ll learn practical techniques to strengthen the deep postural muscles that support the head and neck, as well as breathing and relaxation tools that calm the nervous system and reduce jaw and facial tension. By understanding which everyday habits reinforce discomfort—and how small, subtle adjustments can undo them—you’ll leave with clear strategies to reduce pain, improve posture, and support a freer, more comfortable neck and shoulder region.
This workshop includes a handout of poses and actions covered, as well as access to the workshop recording. Suitable for all levels. Yoga Teachers receive 2 CEs with Yoga Alliance upon completion. Register here: https://www.columbiayoga.com/workshops
