Strength · 8 reps
Shoulder Blade Squeeze
Draw the elbows back to strengthen the muscles that keep you sitting tall.
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How to do it
- 1Sit tall and bend your elbows, forearms pointing forward.
- 2Breathe in as you draw your elbows back and squeeze your shoulder blades together.
- 3Breathe out as you release.
- 4Keep your shoulders down and your back tall.
Repeat for 8 reps, breathing slowly. Move only as far as feels comfortable.
Why it helps
Strengthens the upper back muscles that hold you upright, to help you sit and stand taller.
Make it easier
A smaller squeeze, or hands resting on the thighs.
Skip it or ask your doctor first if you have
- Recent shoulder surgery
Part of: Posture Reset, Neck & Shoulder Relief, Full-Body Flow
Follow Shoulder Blade Squeeze 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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