Tension in the shoulders and neck is a very common problem, although not for that less annoying and dangerous, since it can be the beginning of more serious injuries.
Fortunately, there are things that everyone can do to effectively relieve tension in these two areas of the body so prone to tense.
Gentle stretch
Get into a natural position, standing with your feet hip-width apart.
Extend your left arm across your body, at chest level, so your fingers point to the right side. Grab it with your right arm, both at the elbow, as if it were a clamp.
Gradually increase the pressure that the right arm exerts on the left. The closer you bring it to your chest, the more you will stretch your shoulder muscles.
Hold the position for about 20 seconds. Then repeat the same operation with the other side.
Neck stretch from behind
Get into a natural position, standing with your feet hip-width apart and your arms at your sides.
Bring both hands behind, at the level of the buttocks, and hold the left wrist with the right hand. Using your right hand, gently straighten your left arm and pull it slightly.
To increase the stretch in your neck, slowly tilt your head toward your right shoulder. Hold for 30 seconds and then switch sides.
Stretch against the wall
Kneel in front of a wall. You may need a blanket to avoid hurting your legs.
Spread your knees apart until the distance between them is slightly greater than the width of your hips.
Extend your arms above your head and place your palms on the wall, as high as you can. Let gravity pull your torso down.
It's okay if you let your head rest on the wall too. If you don't feel enough stretch in your shoulders and neck, spread your knees a little farther from the wall.
Breathe deeply for 30 seconds and discharge.