Chest Out Hands Behind

Positioning

1. Stand up straight with your feet shoulder-width apart.
2. Ensure your weight is evenly distributed on both feet.
3. Keep your arms relaxed at your sides.

Movement Instructions

1. Raise Your Chest: Take a deep breath and gently lift your chest upwards. Imagine extending your chest towards the sky.
2. Bring Hands Behind: Slowly stretch your arms back and interlace your fingers behind your back. If you can't interlace your fingers, just keep your arms extended back as far as comfortable.
3. Relax Your Shoulders: While keeping your chest elevated, pull your shoulders back and down. This helps to engage the muscles in your upper back.
4. Hold the Position: Maintain this position for 15-30 seconds, breathing deeply throughout. Focus on the stretch across your chest and shoulders.
5. Release: Carefully bring your arms back to your sides and relax your posture.
6. Repeat: You can repeat this exercise 2-3 times as comfortable.

Tips

- Keep your head aligned with your spine; don’t jut your chin forward.
- Be gentle during the stretch and avoid forcing any movements.
- If you feel any discomfort, ease out of the stretch.