Chest & Shoulder opening stretch is a type of stretching exercise that focuses on loosening and opening up the shoulder joints, which can become tight and restricted due to poor posture, stress, or a sedentary lifestyle. Our sedentary lifestyle can lead to a host of health issues, including muscle tension and stiffness in the shoulders and arms. Fortunately, incorporating simple stretches into your work routine can help alleviate these issues and promote overall well-being.

Equipment: No equipment

Level: Beginners to advanced

Works on muscles: Shoulders, Neck and Back, Chest

How To Perform Chest & Shoulder Opening Stretch Correctly

Chest and Shoulder Opening Stretch Yoga

Step 1:

Keep your elbows on the desk and bring your palms together

Tip: Make sure your back is flat

Step 2:

Keep your head between your upper arms and reach towards your belly button with your head down

Tip: Find a pleasant stretch throughout your shoulders and upper back

Chest and Shoulder Opening Stretch Yoga
Chest and Shoulder Opening Stretch Yoga

Step 3:

Hold for however long you may like or feel comfortable and repeat this movement a few times

O’Coach Free Tip

  • Make sure your back is flat
  • Find a pleasant stretch throughout your shoulders and upper back
  • Hold for however long you may like or feel comfortable

Watch Below Video To Learn Steps Correctly

Benefits of Performing Chest & Shoulder Opening Stretch Daily

These stretches involve movements that help to stretch and lengthen the chest and shoulder muscles. Performing chest and shoulder stretches daily can provide numerous benefits for your physical and mental well-being, also:

  • Loosens tight shoulders
  • Eases upper-body achiness
  • Strengthens the back muscles
  • Increases shoulders and back flexibility
  • Improves functional range of motion
Health Benefits of Chest and Shoulder Opening Stretch Yoga

Need of Adding Chest & Shoulder Opening Stretch to Your Routine

Do you spend long hours sitting in front of a computer screen, feeling the tension build up in your shoulders and neck? The sedentary lifestyle of today’s modern work environment can wreak havoc on our bodies, causing tightness and discomfort in our muscles. One effective way to relieve this tension is by performing chest and shoulder opening stretches. Not only do these stretches help to alleviate pain and discomfort, but they also promote better posture and increase flexibility. And the best part is you don’t need any equipment to perform it, all you need are two simple tools.

Your 2 mins time and The O’Coach app

Incorporate a 2- 5 mins Chest & Shoulder Opening stretch into your daily routine with the O’Coach app. To add this workout to your daily routine, you can create your own custom workout routine as per your needs or preferences or simply download the exercise.

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