5-Minute Yoga Stretches You Can Do at Your Desk

Neck Roll

– Sit tall in your chair – Slowly roll your neck in a circle – 3 times clockwise, 3 times counterclockwise

Seated Side Stretch

– Sit upright – Raise your right arm overhead – Lean gently to the left, hold for 5 breath – Switch side

Seated Spinal Twist

– Place right hand on your chair’s backrest – Twist your torso to the right – Hold for 5 breaths, then switch side

Shoulder Shrug

– Inhale, lift your shoulders to your ear – Exhale, roll them back and down – Repeat 5–8 time

Wrist & Finger Stretch

– Extend one arm forward, palm up – Gently pull fingers back with the other hand – Hold for 10 seconds per side

Forward Fold on Chai

– Sit with feet flat on floor – Bend forward, letting arms and head hang – Hold for 5–10 breaths to relax back and neck

Closing Tip

Just 5 minutes of these stretches can improve blood flow, reduce stiffness, and refresh your mind—perfect for work breaks!