{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Why Does My Head Feel So Heavy?","description":"Many people describe a feeling of head heaviness\u2014especially after long days at a desk or on their phone\u2014even when they\u2019re not in pain. In this episode of The Health Commute, we explain why this sensation is rarely about muscle weakness or stress alone. Your head weighs roughly 10\u201312 pounds, but when posture changes and the head shifts forward, the load placed on the neck and upper back increases dramatically. Over time, this leads to muscle fatigue, tension, stiffness, and headaches\u2014often long before pain appears. This episode breaks down the simple physics behind forward head posture, why rest and stretching provide only temporary relief, and how improving spinal alignment can significantly reduce strain. If your head feels heavy, tired, or difficult to hold up by the end of the day, this conversation will help you understand why\u2014and what actually helps long term. ","author_name":"The Healthy Commute","author_url":"http:\/\/www.lindenwoodschiropractic.com","html":"