Do you often feel tension in your arms and neck? Japanese exercise is the key to releasing tension and improving blood circulation in just one minute a day.
Hands are often overwhelmed. Typing, holding the phone for a long time or repetitive hand movements cause muscle tension, which is transferred to the shoulders, neck and face.
This can lead to problems such as numbness, pain or even wrinkles due to excess tension. The Japanese method of shaking hands is a simple technique to help release this tension.
How does the Japanese handshake method work?
The exercise is based on alternating squeezing and relaxing of the hands. It is a basic movement, but it has many benefits for the body:
- Tension release: Repetitive movements reduce stress on the hands, wrists and fingers.
- Improving blood circulation: It helps to warm the hands and stimulates blood flow throughout the extremities.
- Neck and face connection: Relaxing the muscles of the arms affects the shoulders, neck and facial muscles, reducing the tension that causes a tired appearance.
Why is exercise important for a youthful appearance?
The muscles of the arms and shoulders are closely connected to the muscles of the neck and face through fascial lines. When the muscles of the hands are tense, it also affects the neck and face. The result is:
- Neck tension: This can cause difficulty turning the head and even affect memory.
- Wrinkles and droopy eyelids: Due to stress on the face, wrinkles, dark circles and droopy eyelids begin to form.
- Reduced youthful appearance: Relaxing your hands with this technique helps improve circulation and relax facial muscles, resulting in a fresher and more youthful appearance.
What about cold hands? Does Japanese practice help here too!
It stimulates the small blood vessels and lymph flow in the palms and warms the hands. Regular exercise improves general circulation and reduces the discomfort caused by cold extremities.
How to do the exercise correctly?
You can perform the exercise anywhere and anytime - at home, at work or during a walk.
1. Sit back and relax.
2. Place your palms in front of you and keep your hands relaxed.
3. Slowly clench your hands into fists and hold this position for a few seconds.
4. Then slowly relax your fists and spread your fingers.
5. Repeat the movement for at least one minute. If you want a greater effect, you can repeat the exercise up to 100 times.
Uses Japanese exercises for body and mind
In addition to the obvious physical benefits, this exercise also brings psychological benefits:
- Stress reduction: Repetitive movement has a relaxing effect on the mind and reduces feelings of tension.
- Increased Energy: Improved circulation brings more energy and a feeling of warmth.
- General well-being: When the body is relaxed, the mood also improves.
Many who have tried this technique report significant improvement after just a few days of regular practice. Exercise is especially important suitable for those who work at a computer or other tasks that require constant use of the hands.
