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Posture & shoulder care

Open Heart & Strong Back

This session invites you to gently unfurl your chest and strengthen the muscles that support an upright posture. It's perfect for anyone looking to counteract the effects of daily slouching.

20 minAll levelsEquipment: mat, resistance band (optional)
60

Warm-up

  • Cat-Cow Flow

    120 seconds

    Move with your breath, gently articulating each segment of your spine.

    Illustration of Cat-Cow Flow
  • Arm Circles (forward & backward)

    60 seconds

    Keep your movements fluid, exploring the full range of motion in your shoulder joints.

    Illustration of Arm Circles (forward & backward)

Main session

Postural Reset Sequence

2 rounds
  • Wall Chest Stretch

    30 seconds

    Lean gently into the stretch, feeling it through the front of your shoulder and chest.

    Illustration of Wall Chest Stretch
  • Scapular Wall Slides

    10 reps

    Keep your low back pressed gently against the wall as you slide your arms up and down.

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    Illustration of Scapular Wall Slides
  • Band Pull-Aparts (or arms straight back)

    12 reps

    Feel the engagement between your shoulder blades without shrugging your shoulders up.

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    Illustration of Band Pull-Aparts (or arms straight back)
  • Prone T-Raises

    10 reps

    Lift your chest just enough to feel your upper back muscles working, keeping your neck long.

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    Illustration of Prone T-Raises

Cool-down

  • Child's Pose

    60 seconds

    Allow your spine to lengthen and your shoulders to release tension.

    Illustration of Child's Pose
  • Neck Circles (slow & gentle)

    60 seconds

    Move slowly and mindfully, noticing any areas of stiffness.

    Illustration of Neck Circles (slow & gentle)

Tags

postureshouldersback strengthchest openingall levelsperimenopause friendly