Chest Stretch

Chest Stretch

1. You can do this stretch while standing or sitting in a sturdy, armless chair.

2. Keep your feet flat on the floor, shoulder-width apart.

3. Hold arms to your sides at shoulder height, with palms facing forward.

4.Slowly move your arms back, while squeezing your shoulder blades together. Stop when you feel a stretch or slight discomfort.

5. Hold position for 10 – 30 seconds.

6. Repeat at least 3 – 5 times.

*These exercises come from the National Institute on Aging at NIH. Contact Jennifer for your FREE Exercise & Physical Activity Guide