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Chest and shoulder stretch
- Sit or stand tall. You can also stand against a wall. Glide your head backward over your body (dorsal glide).
- Raise both arms with your palms facing forward and your elbows out to the sides.
- Bend your elbows and slowly lower your arms while squeezing your shoulder blades down and back. Keep your elbows back and your hands up throughout the exercise. If you're using a wall, keep your arms and hands against the wall. You will feel your shoulder blades slide down and together. At the same time, you will feel a stretch across your chest and the front of your shoulders.
- Hold for about 6 seconds. Then relax for up to 10 seconds.
- Repeat 8 to 12 times.
Current as of: July 17, 2023
Author: Healthwise Staff
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