Mobility · 4 breaths
Seated Chest Opener Stretch
Open the chest and draw the shoulders back, the opposite of hunching.
chestshouldersupper back
How to do it
- 1Sit a little forward on the chair, feet flat.
- 2Reach both hands back and hold the back edge of the seat.
- 3Breathe in as you draw your shoulders back and gently lift your chest.
- 4Hold for a few slow breaths, looking straight ahead.
Repeat for 4 breaths, breathing slowly. Move only as far as feels comfortable.
Why it helps
Opens the chest and shoulders, the opposite of the hunched way we sit and read.
Make it easier
Keep the hands on the thighs and just draw the shoulders back.
Skip it or ask your doctor first if you have
- Recent shoulder surgery or a painful shoulder injury
Part of: Posture Reset, Neck & Shoulder Relief, Back & Spine Ease
Follow Chest Opener on video
In the ZenFit app, every movement is shown on video and each rep and breath is counted for you. Gentle seated sessions, 3 to 15 minutes.
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