Mobility & Stretchbeginner30 seconds

Chest Opener

The chest opener directly counteracts the rounded-forward posture of coding by stretching the chest and front shoulders. VibeFit times the hold while you open up.

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How to do it

  1. 1Stand tall and clasp your hands behind your back.
  2. 2Straighten your arms and lift your chest.
  3. 3Draw your shoulder blades together and hold.

Form cues

  • Lift your chest tall
  • Squeeze your shoulder blades together
  • Keep your chin level
  • Breathe into the front of your chest

Common mistakes

  • Shrugging the shoulders up
  • Arching the lower back
  • Holding your breath

Benefits

  • Reverses rounded desk posture
  • Stretches the chest and front shoulders
  • Helps you breathe deeper

Every developer with rounded, tight shoulders.

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