Static stretch
Hands-behind-head chest opener
Chest and front of shoulders
- Setup
- Stable chair
- Focus
- Shoulders, Chest
Step by step
- Sit tall and rest the hands lightly behind the head.
- Move the elbows backward while keeping the ribs controlled and neck relaxed.
- Return slowly.
Move slowly. Mild tension is enough; stop if you feel pain.
Review source: NIH ergonomics exercises — Executive Stretch