Chest & Back Hug Stretch

Back Hugs Chest Stretch

Positioning:
1. Stand up straight with your feet shoulder-width apart.
2. Relax your arms at your sides.
3. Keep your core engaged and maintain a neutral spine.

Movement:
1. Inhale deeply and open your arms wide to the sides, stretching your chest and shoulders.
2. As you exhale, bring your arms in front of your body, crossing them at the elbows and giving yourself a gentle hug.
3. Try to wrap your arms around your shoulders or upper back.
4. Hold this position for about 15-30 seconds, feeling a stretch across your back and chest.
5. Inhale again, slowly uncross your arms, and return to the starting position.
6. Repeat the stretch 2-3 times.

Tips:
- Focus on keeping your shoulders down and relaxed.
- Move smoothly through each phase of the stretch to avoid any jolting motions.
- If it feels comfortable, you can gently pull your arms closer to feel a deeper stretch.