Then allow your arms to criss-cross your chest, swinging them toward your opposite shoulder, alternating which arm is on top with each swing. Repeat for 15-30 seconds. (Photo: Andrew Clark) ...

Sit cross legged on the floor. Hold your arms across your chest. Gently rotate your mid and upper back to one side, allowing your gaze to follow. Then turn to the other side. Keep your hips stable ...

Pull the leg in toward your chest. For a deeper stretch, press your right thigh away from your body with your right hand while hugging your left leg in. Hold for 30 seconds before switching sides.

African shoulder stretches can be a great addition to your fitness routine, with their unique techniques capable of enhancing flexibility overall ...

This will stretch through the chest as well as the upper back and neck. This stretch feels especially good after I've been belaying someone, and having to look up for 20 minutes straight.

Here, find a morning stretch routine recommended by physical therapists, including moves like the cat-cow, figure-4 stretch, and more.

2. Myofascial release with a tennis ball To add a little pressure into your chest stretches—which helps with myofascial release —all you need is a tennis ball. Place the ball between your ...

Arm/shoulder stretch: Drop your shoulder and pull your arm across your chest. With the opposite arm, gently pull your arm across your chest and hold for 15 seconds. Repeat with the other arm.

Shoulder stretches can relieve tension and tightness in the upper back, neck, and shoulders. Learn how to stretch the shoulders, the benefits, and more.

Lie on your back and bring your knees up toward your chest so your body is positioned as if you’re sitting in a chair. Fully extend your arms out to the sides, with your palms facedown on the ...