Ep 67: 5-Minute Easy Mobility for Desk Jobs with Alex Ellis

If your back sounds like bubble wrap when you finish writing, gaming, or working at the computer—this episode is your rescue plan.Mobility coach and Body Nerd Show host Alex Ellis joins us to talk repetitive strain, and how a few minutes a day can change everything. No yoga mat, gym, or guilt required.I also introduce a new segment where I ask my guests a very important question…You’ll learn:• Quick 1-5 minute fixes• Why flexibility ≠ mobility (and what to do instead)• How to hack your dopamine addiction to build habits• The only hard-and-fast fitness rule you needWhether you write books or emails all day, this episode will help you move smarter, write longer, and feel human again.Timestamps:00:00 — Your Text Neck Is Saved — Alex Is Here!01:55 — Every Story Starts With Injury03:55 — “Core Strength”? What Even Is That?05:11 — Why Yoga Didn’t Fix It06:17 —What If I Get in the Flow and Can’t Stop?11:18 — The Whole, Human Writer12:42 — Live Demo: Do This Right Now15:41 — Variety Is the Key17:57 — Hack Your Phone-Addicted Brain for Good19:30 — Which One of Us Gets Our Electronics Taken Away Like a Toddler?21:23 — Tiny Habits, Big Results22:49 — Love Is Blind vs. Sleep: Which One Wins?24:29 — How Alex Actually Works With Clients (Hint: No Boring Handouts)27:49 — “Do You Even Lift, Sis?”31:04 — Fitness Influencers vs. Real-Life SustainabilityFind Alex:www.aewellness.comVideo Vault: https://www.aewellness.com/vault/Bodywork Starter Guide: https://www.aewellness.com/op/bodywork-starter-guide/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@aewellnessInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/hollaformala/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/aewellnessFollow this podcast for more great interviews!⁠Subscribe to my Newsletter:⁠ Get more publishing real talk, writer health tips, and behind-the-scenes content⁠Sophia’s Website⁠Like what you saw/heard? Rate 5 stars & Review: Help other book lovers find us!#WritingLife #MobilityCoach #AlexEllis #SophiaChang #WritersHealth #TextNeck #WriterWrist #BodyNerdShow #CreativeWellness #AuthorLife #WritingPodcast