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
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
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
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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