This exercise involves standing with arms extended above the head and interlocking the fingers. The individual then pulls the arms back and down, stretching the chest muscles.
Step by step guide:
- Begin standing with your feet hip-distance apart and arms down at your side.
- Raise both arms overhead and clasp your hands behind your head.
- While keeping your spine neutral, push your elbows back and away from each other to deepen the stretch. Hold for 30 seconds.
- Relax and return to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Tips
Avoid extending the spine by going into thoracic extension; instead, focus on extending the arms back to target the chest and shoulders.
Benefits
This stretch helps to open up the chest and shoulders, counteracting the effects of prolonged sitting and improving overall posture.
