36. Upper Trap SOS: Everyday Fixes for That Nagging Neck and Shoulder Tension

If you’ve ever been told “you carry your stress in your shoulders,” you’re not alone. The upper trapezius (aka the “upper trap”) is one of the most overworked muscles in motherhood — from carrying kids to working at a computer to hauling groceries, it’s doing way more than it’s meant to.

 

In this episode, we break down:

 

• What the upper trap is really responsible for
• Why massage, dry needling, or a Theragun might give temporary relief — but not fix the root problem
• The most common daily movements that overload the traps (and what to do instead)
• Simple cues to support your body: soft shoulders, elbows close, core engaged

 

 

Whether you’re pushing a stroller, feeding your baby, or hunched over your laptop — this episode will help you tune in and tweak your posture so you’re not stuck with chronic tension.

Hope this episode is enlightening and helps you find joy and reduce pain. 

 

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