Looking for a move that stretches and strengthens your upper body at the same time?

Try the table top side opener.

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One thing I have done as of late?

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Swapped my daily walks for a sedentary lifestyle, cemented, at my desk.

Luckily, reintroducing movement and rebuilding strength can help reverse this cycle.

Im also incorporating a simple maneuver called the table top side opener, which stretchesandstrengthens postural muscles.

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A few rounds give my back and shoulders some sweet relief in an instant.

With time and daily practice, Im betting on stronger, healthier posture, too.

Check out the step-by-step instructions below, and follow along withthis videofrom Floss, courtesy of East River Pilates.

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