Tension Headache? Try This 5-Minute Relief Routine

Waking up with a tension headache can ruin your entire day before it even starts. If you are over 40 and frequently wake up with a tight, band-like ache at the base of your skull, behind your eyes, or in your neck, you are not alone. In fact, I was recently diagnosed with tension headaches myself, and this simple 5-minute morning routine is exactly what I use to find relief before I even reach for my morning coffee. In this video, we are skipping the aggressive stretching and focusing on a gentle, somatic reset to calm the nervous system and release tight muscles. When we sleep, our upper back stiffens, our neck muscles tighten, and we often clench our jaw. This routine is designed specifically for the over-40 body to gently restore upper back mobility and melt away suboccipital muscle tension. We will walk through: A gentle towel neck reset to relax the base of the skull An upper back thoracic extension to open up the shoulders Gentle chin tucks to activate deep neck stabilizers A safe, seated cat-cow variation to restore spinal mobility If you are tired of morning neck stiffness and want a practical, safe way to find tension headache relief without the typical fitness culture, hit subscribe. Let's breathe through this together. Always consult with a healthcare professional or doctor for persistent, severe headaches or changes in your health symptoms. This video is for educational purposes. --- I'm Dina — a 600-hour Registered Yoga Teacher and Certified Personal Trainer. I help adults over 40 feel stronger, move with less pain, and rebuild trust in their bodies through smart, safe movement. 👉 New here? Start with my FREE beginner-friendly playlist:    • Strong Over 40 — 7-Part Strength & Mobilit...   ▶️ More practices for over 40:    • Move Freely Series | 13 Routines to Unlock...   🔔 New videos every week — subscribe to stay consistent with your movement practice. --- ⚠️ Important: This is a guided movement session including strength and mobility work. Move at your own pace and modify as needed. If you are dealing with injuries, pain, or medical conditions, consult a professional before starting. Stop if anything feels uncomfortable. #TensionHeadache #HeadacheRelief #MorningRoutine #NeckPainRelief #Over40Fitness #MobilityRoutine #StiffNeck