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Bend gently. Move freely.

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Illustration showing seated axial lengthening

Postural mobility

Seated axial lengthening

Upright posture, neck and upper spine

Setup
Stable chair
Focus
Neck, Torso

Step by step

  1. Sit with both feet flat and the pelvis neutral.
  2. Imagine the crown of the head moving upward while the chin stays level and the shoulders remain soft.
  3. Hold briefly and relax without slumping.

Move slowly. Mild tension is enough; stop if you feel pain.

Review source: NIH ergonomics exercises — Cable Stretch