Relieve tight shoulders with self-massage!

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  • Tight shoulders - we all have them! Stress and anxiety, sitting for hours at a computer, fatigue, and depression are just some of the reasons for shoulder tension, discomfort, and pain. Follow along with this simple, yet dynamic, self-massage that will release shoulder tension and improve posture. You'll be surprised to find out how relaxed your shoulders will be!
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 392

  • @rainy7106
    @rainy7106 5 років тому +228

    Jesus, I did one technique and I got instant relief.

  • @shambavi482
    @shambavi482 3 роки тому +20

    Oh my god..only after doing one side shoulder did i realize how tense the other one was..amazing relief..!!!!

  • @mariapaz6517
    @mariapaz6517 5 років тому +75

    A week of pain gone just like that. Thanks a lot, this is super helpful

  • @HeartMadeFullElric
    @HeartMadeFullElric 3 роки тому +30

    Wow, this felt more incredible than I thought it would. I have been so stressed this weekend and this helped my shoulders relax again. Thank you!

  • @Sunflower_that_loves_you
    @Sunflower_that_loves_you Рік тому +2

    I'm in tears Rachel !!!!!!
    I was planning on massaging scalp so searched and found your video , then did neck massage , and now here i am doing shoulder ones and sobbing in pain and relief at 3 in the night !
    When i started massaging Deltoids ,I melted into a breakdown....i felt the pain accumulated over manyyyy years melt away !
    😭😭😭😭😭😭
    I can't wait to incorporate your massages into my life and lnow more about you !!
    Ypu are like an angel really !! Thank you so much for making safe space and sharing this
    I am so grateful to you. Love and light your way 💕 (from India )

    • @rachelrichardsmassage9660
      @rachelrichardsmassage9660  Рік тому +1

      I'm so glad my videos have been helpful for you! Thank you for your kind words and sending healing wishes from NYC ❤️

  • @lizzy-wb5ii
    @lizzy-wb5ii 6 років тому +78

    Your voice is super relaxing!

  • @dothmotherknowyouwearithhe9300
    @dothmotherknowyouwearithhe9300 5 років тому +353

    On a scale of 1 to 10, how single are you?
    Me:

    • @johnemmerling6468
      @johnemmerling6468 3 роки тому +11

      U still single after two years?

    • @Joe-im3gs
      @Joe-im3gs 3 роки тому +3

      @@johnemmerling6468 Ur an legend

    • @jgabd7119
      @jgabd7119 3 роки тому +1

      Don't need to remind me 😭

  • @EmeraldAngelEyes
    @EmeraldAngelEyes 7 років тому +117

    Wow! I needed that, had no idea how tense my shoulders were until I tried it. Thanks so much for sharing.

    • @rachelrichardsmassage9660
      @rachelrichardsmassage9660  7 років тому +12

      I'm so sorry for my delayed response. I'm only just now seeing your comment. Thank you so much for the feedback. I'm thrilled to hear that you found it helpful!

  • @marwahisham3756
    @marwahisham3756 4 роки тому +12

    It felt like heaven omg thank you. I'll sleep so good and comfy this night

  • @susan7374
    @susan7374 4 роки тому +14

    I'm feeling so much better. My back & shoulder was in pain due to stress n long hours work at my desk. I love this massage

  • @marijay3771
    @marijay3771 2 роки тому +3

    I didn't even know that many muscles other than my shoulders were so TENSE, my god. anxiety and stress reallly take such a huge toll on the body, but I'm glad to this video. Thank you!

    • @rachelrichardsmassage9660
      @rachelrichardsmassage9660  2 роки тому +1

      Glad I could help, Mari! It is amazing how much tension we store in our bodies without even realizing it!

  • @natalialaxamana7354
    @natalialaxamana7354 3 роки тому +4

    I have chronic back pain/tight shoulders because of my history as a gymnast as well as carrying my anxiety in my shoulders. Often times I can't sleep because of how much my back hurts, stumbled across this video and I feel so much better.

  • @jupiter5238
    @jupiter5238 5 місяців тому

    these videos are so timeless!! i used to follow these with my friends a few years ago while we were on a school trip (we were walking a lot carrying drawstring bags so our shoulders were incredibly sore). I'm in college now and I had such a stressful few weeks in school. i could already feel the tension, but i had to lug a super heavy bag to the train station yesterday and woke up extremely sore. decided it was time for a self-massage and this video plus a few other helped so much.

  • @Charmander-wy5tp
    @Charmander-wy5tp 3 роки тому +4

    I’ve been suffering in school because of all the tension in my shoulders and neck this really helped also you have a really calming voice

  • @danielleclark984
    @danielleclark984 3 роки тому +4

    I never comment on UA-cam videos but this deserved a line and a comment! I felt instant relief just from doing one side and I suffer with fibromyalgia and haven’t found anything that helps with my back pain. Thank you so much for doing this video x

    • @rachelrichardsmassage9660
      @rachelrichardsmassage9660  3 роки тому

      Wow, I am honored! I'm so glad this video has helped with your back pain. Thank you so much for letting me know :)

  • @adelaide2890
    @adelaide2890 3 роки тому +7

    I know this is three years old, but thank you!! I was able to adjust some spots in my neck that I haven’t been able to in weeks! That last move, the ballet one, felt incredible! This video is magical!!

  • @ltf18lj
    @ltf18lj 5 років тому +12

    Wow you are truly a life saver. You are amazing. I woke up crying with pain from a stiff neck and shoulders. I thought I was going to be in bed all day. But you changed that. So thank you for sharing 🙏

  • @HMMHarwood
    @HMMHarwood 7 років тому +61

    Very nice! Loved the comment of how you need to customize it, always love watching others' massages!

    • @rachelrichardsmassage9660
      @rachelrichardsmassage9660  7 років тому +8

      Thanks so much! Customization is essential. Everyone is different. Even people who have exactly the same symptoms will often respond to different treatment approaches.

  • @ariijasif1474
    @ariijasif1474 5 років тому +2

    absolute genius. I was SO incredibly tense and more than half of it has just disappeared. Mad respect

  • @missmagic707
    @missmagic707 7 років тому +30

    Thank you so much! This is great! I never realised now much tension could be in the front of my chest and not actually in my shoulders themselves. Also that my non dominant side could be so tight! Thank you :)

    • @rachelrichardsmassage9660
      @rachelrichardsmassage9660  7 років тому +5

      The front of the shoulders and chest are usually the most important areas to work. Most of us round our shoulders forward, closing off the chest muscles and holding them in a short and tightened position. The back of the shoulders (and where people almost always feel the pain) gets stretched out and weak from trying to pull our shoulders back so we don't fall forward. The back will never be able to relax until we achieve length and openness through the front.
      I'm glad you enjoyed. Thanks so much for your feedback!

  • @anje2150
    @anje2150 5 років тому +4

    This was an excellent video! Thank you so much. I am a recently retired Massage Therapist after 38 years. You show excellent techniques and also how to be:breath,slow,etc. I respect your work. Thanks again~

    • @rachelrichardsmassage9660
      @rachelrichardsmassage9660  5 років тому +3

      Wow, 38 years! Congratulations on a long, successful career, and on your retirement! Thank you so much for your kind words. I'm glad you like the video :)

  • @michaeldaly3208
    @michaeldaly3208 4 роки тому +4

    This right here is the best video i've ever watched on traps and releasing all the tension within them! Thank you so much for giving us your knowledgeable techniques which are genuinely the most helpful I've ever came across!!!

  • @kamarabonilla-forte1100
    @kamarabonilla-forte1100 Рік тому +1

    I have been dealing with severe muscle spasms in the neck and shoulders for years. This is the first time massage actually helped. I'm going to do this every day! Thank you so much!

  • @rafahathibrahim
    @rafahathibrahim Рік тому +1

    How did I take this long to find you?! You are a gem, becoming someone I watch almost everyday

    • @rachelrichardsmassage9660
      @rachelrichardsmassage9660  Рік тому +1

      I'm very glad you found me and I'm so happy you're enjoying my videos! Let me know if you have any questions or ideas you'd like me to address in future videos. Thanks for the lovely comment ❤️

    • @rafahathibrahim
      @rafahathibrahim Рік тому

      @@rachelrichardsmassage9660 Hello there again. I would like to know if there are any massages for the front of the neck. As you know when we feel stressed and anxious our throats tighten and we feel like crying right haha. I really need something that will expand and relax it

  • @missmagic707
    @missmagic707 6 років тому +7

    Amazed at how much this reduced my neck stiffness and pain! Thank you

  • @swann9147
    @swann9147 3 роки тому +7

    Amazing massage, and best one I've seen! I've struggled with chronic shoulder pain for years, and relied on massage therapy. This is a great way to treat myself while sitting at my desk. Thank you so much and Happy New Year!

  • @karenpurcell3370
    @karenpurcell3370 2 роки тому +1

    I read everyone’s comments from your stretch video. You are Perfect! You explain everything in detail with your calm knowledgeable voice. You have helped so many people, you truly are amazing! I wish I was one of those very lucky people who get to feel such total relief from your teachings, Truly I do! I have severe arthritis in my fingers and hands and could not follow along with you, oh how I wish I could, how I wish I could have felt that remarkable tension release you taught and demonstrate so perfectly. Definitely my loss it makes me so sad. As I stated, I you are truly amazing and blessed with a wonderful gift from God. I am your #1 fan, please keep your videos coming, I can’t follow along but nevertheless enjoy watching you and them!!!!

    • @rachelrichardsmassage9660
      @rachelrichardsmassage9660  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you for that beautiful message, Karen! You gave me a wonderful idea - I will make self-massage videos that don't require the use of your hands! There are many ways to massage using your forearms, balls, the floor, etc. Thank you for the inspiration, and stay tuned!

  • @raymondhill3
    @raymondhill3 Рік тому

    Here I am! I've just arrived and these self-massage exercises revealed my very stiff left shoulder to me!!! Wonderful!

  • @tramarthomas6105
    @tramarthomas6105 2 роки тому

    I want to try this on a few my female co workers. Their necks and shoulders are always so tense, I need to develop that magical touch people are always talking about. Thanks a lot!

  • @hollyh9799
    @hollyh9799 7 років тому +3

    This is a life saver. I've had an achey shoulder for the past week and it's been causing me problems sleeping but after doing this massage the pain has gone completely. Amazing. I am very tense in my shoulders so this was very relaxing to do. Thanks so much for your great videos.

  • @shuckyducky3471
    @shuckyducky3471 3 роки тому +1

    I've been having pain in my right shoulder/pec area for a long time and your exercises just helped alleviate some of that pain for the first time in a while thank you!!!!

  • @sweetpotato2857
    @sweetpotato2857 4 роки тому +1

    You are one of the avengers! ❤️😭 Just started to do push-ups and was dying with pain! This video is a life saver!

  • @RHSTang
    @RHSTang 6 років тому +1

    I have migraines that I developed after an accident (post-concussion syndrome). And I find these massages totally relieves them! So thank you so much - absolute God-send!

  • @rosefabrick1446
    @rosefabrick1446 6 років тому +3

    The shoulder massage is helpful. Especially after a day of driving.

  • @AbhinavPandeylovey3302
    @AbhinavPandeylovey3302 5 років тому +3

    Wow!! I’m recently recovering from a clavicle fracture and all my muscles are so tense all the time. This massage really helped me feel instant relief. All that deep breathing really helps and your voice is so relaxing.😄
    Great work 👍🏻

  • @Soylottie
    @Soylottie 4 роки тому +5

    I feel SO SO SO GOOD after doing this!!!!! This is amazing!!!!!!! Like ahhhhhhhhh oh my god this is just so good !!!!!!! THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR MAKING THIS VIDEO!!!!

  • @Charlotte757
    @Charlotte757 3 місяці тому +1

    Every time I do this it bring such relief. I have so much body tension

  • @pinkyarevalo5159
    @pinkyarevalo5159 3 роки тому

    L E G I T ❤️
    I stumbled your video on neck self massage and after doing it. I immediately search your channel. Please continue being generous in sharing your knowledge. God Bless

  • @syahmizulkifli248
    @syahmizulkifli248 4 роки тому +1

    Wow it really works. I have shoulder pain after playing badminton, i cannot do backhand before watching this video, after follow your instructions, i can do backhand normally, but still felt very little pain, but much better. Thankyou!!

  • @acyutanandadas1326
    @acyutanandadas1326 3 роки тому

    every time Ms Rachel smiles an angel gets it's wings

  • @tallgiraffelady
    @tallgiraffelady 7 років тому +1

    Of the many masseurs I've watched on youtube, you have the best approach by far. So gentle😊

    • @rachelrichardsmassage9660
      @rachelrichardsmassage9660  7 років тому +1

      Thanks so much :) If you haven't already, you might like to try the other self-massage videos on my channel: ua-cam.com/channels/m5B8O2hLYrq90GlnXBwb2Q.html
      I appreciate your kind feedback.

    • @tallgiraffelady
      @tallgiraffelady 7 років тому +1

      Rachel Richards Massage Of course. You know the difference between discomfort and pain💥

  • @thequeensconcubine1804
    @thequeensconcubine1804 5 років тому +2

    The difference after i did only one schoulder was shoking to me! Thank you so much this video is such a big help!

  • @GrimellaBlackrose
    @GrimellaBlackrose 2 роки тому

    I don't know why but when you said "There's no right or wrong" made me cry and made me feel safe. Thank you! 💜

  • @rhonndaneumann8704
    @rhonndaneumann8704 4 роки тому +3

    Thank you, Rachel! I am using your video here and sending it to my medical massage therapy clients whilst we are all in quarantine! Wonderful tool for self care and I have now subscribed to your channel. From one massage therapist to another - I thank you from the bottom of my heart.

  • @debbiew593
    @debbiew593 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you for this lovely massage

  • @arthurgaughan1624
    @arthurgaughan1624 5 років тому +1

    Hi love your videos suffer from head and shoulder pain and also neck pain and find the execices very relaxing and also find listening to you very relaxling thanks a lot.

  • @lostmic
    @lostmic 2 роки тому

    Hey, it's you again.... my favorite massage therapist... every time I need help with something, I go to the internet and you pop up, thank you for all your help. I hope all is well with you and your family, best wishes! :D

    • @rachelrichardsmassage9660
      @rachelrichardsmassage9660  2 роки тому

      Brett, your message just made my day! I'm so glad my videos have been helpful for you. Your words mean so much to me :)

  • @lucyfrost8816
    @lucyfrost8816 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you so much for this informative video. This is very helpful and my pain is gone because of this.

  • @TinyWorlds
    @TinyWorlds 3 роки тому +4

    This is such a good guide, thank you so much ❤️

  • @brittaanderson8621
    @brittaanderson8621 5 років тому +3

    Girl thank you, you are a life saver!

  • @elenikiroy
    @elenikiroy 7 років тому +2

    This is great, exactly what I need. I'm in hospital and the awful beds here combined with tension and lack of normal activity has really worsened my existing neck and shoulder problems. So good to be able to do my own treatment. Thank you.

    • @rachelrichardsmassage9660
      @rachelrichardsmassage9660  7 років тому

      I'm so glad to hear that this helped, and empowered you to be able to manage your symptoms! Thank you so much for sharing. I wish you a speedy recovery!

    • @elenikiroy
      @elenikiroy 7 років тому +1

      +Rachel Richards Massage
      Thanks for replying. I love all your videos. Subscribed :-)

  • @TT-vq7kj
    @TT-vq7kj 4 роки тому +2

    Your massages are so helpful!

  • @rl_flocky1462
    @rl_flocky1462 4 роки тому +2

    I feel alive again well done.

  • @tudormiller8898
    @tudormiller8898 5 років тому +2

    Love this video. I used this method, made the world of difference. 👍👍

  • @LoneTurtle10
    @LoneTurtle10 4 роки тому

    these massage videos are a gift. thank you so much

  • @znaideniron7791
    @znaideniron7791 3 роки тому

    Only recently discovered your videos and they are amazing! I have suffered from neck and shoulder pain and headaches for years and this finally helps to ease they pain. Thank you so much!!!

  • @jinsawadaSG
    @jinsawadaSG 5 років тому +5

    Really happy with the effect of the massage!

  • @soniamorgano298
    @soniamorgano298 3 роки тому

    I have been suffering from chest tightness the past 3 months. Ive tried everything such as x rays to cardiac tests, to trying 3 different asthma puffers. I thought id never get better until doing this video a few times and got instant relief after months. Thank you!

  • @KentuckyJoe
    @KentuckyJoe 2 роки тому

    I set at a computer a lot and keep stiff back/tight shoulders. I have tried quite a few of these message videos online but I have to see this is the first one that seemed like it worked for me. Thank you for posting this and making it so easy to follow along.

    • @rachelrichardsmassage9660
      @rachelrichardsmassage9660  2 роки тому

      Glad it was helpful! You might also like to check out my video on computer ergonomics: ua-cam.com/video/iUHjRFxWygA/v-deo.html

  • @fimaloh7014
    @fimaloh7014 5 років тому +3

    I feel much more relaxed after this! Thank you for the easy to follow instructions :)

  • @hasanozturk1266
    @hasanozturk1266 2 роки тому

    I love ❤ you so much thank you last 3 4 weeks u fell like a I'm heart attack and I'm scare to visit massage centre because of covid now you fixed me in 10 mnts. Thank you so so much xxxxx

  • @jadeblackburn3878
    @jadeblackburn3878 5 років тому +1

    most relaxing video i’ve ever watched wtf !!

  • @TheFabricgirl
    @TheFabricgirl Рік тому

    So glad I discovered your videos, Rachel! Very helpful!

  • @sahlinahrakman6833
    @sahlinahrakman6833 3 роки тому

    I came across a video on facebook on "how to release shoulder and neck tension". turns out I accidentally strained my neck and my left shoulder hurt so much. Your video really helps me and my shoulder pain feel a lot more better

  • @bonniescarlett2915
    @bonniescarlett2915 Рік тому

    Great job thank you I need too do self massage for my pinched nerve in my arms and shoulders and this video really helped so thank you again much appreciated

    • @rachelrichardsmassage9660
      @rachelrichardsmassage9660  Рік тому

      I'm so glad it helped! You might like this one as well: ua-cam.com/video/93qGpM6paGM/v-deo.html

  • @iamjessecollins
    @iamjessecollins 2 роки тому

    You are amazing. This is my new favorite channel. Thank you!! 😎🙏

  • @tomwillard9066
    @tomwillard9066 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you so much, just cut my headache in half. Your videos are great!

  • @insertcoolusername3648
    @insertcoolusername3648 2 роки тому +1

    always come back to this video very helpful thank u

  • @cutecats532
    @cutecats532 4 роки тому

    First side didn't feel numb, just didn't feel like anything because my muscles always have little aches and this got rid of all of them. Thank you!

  • @charlenejordaan7610
    @charlenejordaan7610 Рік тому

    Wow! Thank you! This really helped my painful shoulder feel a lot better, will definitely be doing this daily to ease the pain.

  • @nadia2608
    @nadia2608 2 роки тому

    I had tension on my shoulder and tried thus. It HELPED!

  • @mathangisubramaniam5293
    @mathangisubramaniam5293 4 роки тому

    That feels so good, thank you so much dear Rachel. I love your videos, your voice is so soothing and comforting. God bless you.

  • @empresszari6365
    @empresszari6365 4 роки тому +3

    Thank you. This was amazing. My shoulder tension is gone!!!

  • @briana14333
    @briana14333 4 роки тому +3

    Instant relief. Thank you!

  • @TinyWorlds
    @TinyWorlds 4 роки тому +1

    I’m feeling so relaxed, thank you!

  • @201019able
    @201019able 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you so much. Feeling much better after massage 🎉💕💫💫

  • @BPAvt
    @BPAvt 5 років тому +4

    This was great. Thanks for sharing it. I'll be doing this again soon.....

  • @grzesiekk1599
    @grzesiekk1599 4 роки тому

    Rachel, once again you help me release my pain. Thank you!!!! Have a great day!

  • @flashthompson7
    @flashthompson7 3 роки тому

    Blessed by this I hope blessings find you

  • @RN-ml6uw
    @RN-ml6uw 2 роки тому

    This was what I needed most, thank you

  • @RabelinPB
    @RabelinPB 3 роки тому

    I only wish I had found your channel sooner. Your massages are very powerful and great!

  • @yogaqueen0830
    @yogaqueen0830 5 років тому +1

    All of your videos have really help me with neck stiffness, rounded shoulders and forward head posture. Do you have a video to open chest exercises? Thank you 😊

    • @rachelrichardsmassage9660
      @rachelrichardsmassage9660  5 років тому

      I'm so glad to hear that you've found my videos helpful! Thanks for sharing. I have several videos that help to open the chest. Here are a couple: ua-cam.com/video/Y_8VILLiD5s/v-deo.html
      ua-cam.com/video/Wl0CBJ44-QU/v-deo.html

  • @jacquelinebanal9118
    @jacquelinebanal9118 5 років тому +2

    Best self massage! Thank you!

  • @massagetherapyforinjuriesf8197
    @massagetherapyforinjuriesf8197 4 роки тому +1

    i am getting better now.. thanks to you... Bravo!!!

  • @22vals
    @22vals 4 роки тому +1

    wow so happy to find your channel

  • @pay_
    @pay_ 3 роки тому

    The technique at 2:10 was a revelation. Never ever thought about that. There was quite a bit of pain there and it instantly helped! Thanks

  • @kimberquirky
    @kimberquirky 3 роки тому

    Wow this is fabulous! I have been doing a lot of this intuitively but his entire routine made me ready for bed in relieve snd relaxation! New subscriber! Thank you!

  • @joshuawilliams6770
    @joshuawilliams6770 3 роки тому

    Your absolutely amazing I have an ac joint problem now it feels like I don’t have one now thank you

  • @loveandreamore
    @loveandreamore 3 роки тому +1

    This is amazing. I feel so good. Thank you❤️

  • @ruhrohh
    @ruhrohh 7 років тому +3

    I'm so glad I found your channel! Great videos; very helpful...thanks so much for uploading them.

    • @rachelrichardsmassage9660
      @rachelrichardsmassage9660  7 років тому +1

      Thanks so much! I'm so glad you find them helpful. Let me know if there's anything you would like to see in future videos. Thanks again for watching and for your kind feedback!

  • @juliebevan6689
    @juliebevan6689 7 років тому +1

    Hi there thank you once again for sharing these great self massage . Just did the neck and shoulder one and feel so much better 🌸😊

  • @lisah3637
    @lisah3637 4 роки тому

    You are fabulous1 Love all your videos!

  • @deborahjones3896
    @deborahjones3896 2 роки тому

    Thank you. Really helped relieve my neck too .

  • @leilamccown3691
    @leilamccown3691 3 роки тому

    This massage worked so well! Thank you.

  • @HaileysHealth
    @HaileysHealth 6 років тому +1

    OMG! My pain is gone! Thank you so much for this!

  • @mariasteward6778
    @mariasteward6778 7 років тому +4

    This was so awesome, thank you I did this with the jaw and neck videos and I feel like I've had a massage.
    Also my massage therapist would be proud that I worked on myself she says the same about self massage that you do.
    Again thank you, you rock!

    • @rachelrichardsmassage9660
      @rachelrichardsmassage9660  7 років тому +1

      Thanks so much for the kind feedback. I'm so glad you like the videos. Sounds like you have a very good massage therapist ;)

  • @lottakaisa7233
    @lottakaisa7233 Рік тому

    Amazing. Thank you Rachel🌌🙏

  • @simoneo8535
    @simoneo8535 3 роки тому

    Thankyu rachel i really appreciate you.

  • @ellie2829
    @ellie2829 3 роки тому

    Super helpful, really good relief! You also are so nice and smiley!

  • @reginaannette1201
    @reginaannette1201 Рік тому

    you are a GODDESS thank you