Here’s everything you should know before trying the viral sleep trend.
What is the Drunken Monkey?
Creator @USAMedical posted about the concept of Drunken Monkey exercise on TikTok in 2022.
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Gotta admit, it does make you look like a flailing, tipsy monkey.
From that position, move your hips from side to side while keeping them loose.
Once you’re comfortable with this movement, add in full shoulder rotations.
Lastly, add arm movement by making alternating circular motions with them.
Continue these movements for a full minute.
Start slowly, then gradually increase your speed, suggests Crossman in the video.
Kevin Lees, an Arizona-based chiropractor.
He also advises against forcing any movements.
The Drunken Monkey exercise is essentially a form of rhythmic stretching, similar toyoga asanasandtai chi.
“I tried it out of curiosity after hearing about it from a friend.
Many TikTokers commented on the video, sharing similar experiences when they attempted the sleep hack.
“I did yesterday and fell asleep much faster as I recently had troubles with that.
And I love dancing…
It’s true, thank you!”
one TikTok user replied to the video.
It Improves Circulation
Any physical exercise that raises your heart rate can boost blood flow.
This increased circulation helps deliver more oxygen and nutrients to your muscles and organs, improving overall health.
This increases their instability,” notes Dr. Lees.
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