Dealing with WFH-induced aches and pains?
These five chest stretches will help undo the damage of slumping over a desk all day.
These five weight-free moves offer A-plus relief to chest stretchers of any level.
5 chest stretches that will combat the effects of poor posture
1.
Doorway pectoral stretch
bring up the door to your new, chest-stretcher way of life with this easy move.
Dont forget to breathe and relax into the stretch, says Kato.
Hold the position for 30 seconds, a few times every day.
Place the ball between your chest and the wall, and lean into it gently.
Youll know when you find it.
Repeat for three sets of 10 reps.
4.
Hold each rep for between 10 and 15 seconds, and repeat five times.
Camel pose
Borrow this yoga stretch for the sake of opening up your chest on a regular basis.
ISSA certified personal trainer and COO of Model Trainers
Slowly reach back and place one hand on each heel.
Keep your chest lifted and shoulders back as you engage your core, and slowly push your hips forward.
Hold the pose for 15 to 20 seconds and repeat three times.
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