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Desk & Shoulder Relief

Open the chest and shoulders after long hours of sitting or work.

8 min Beginner friendly

Illustrated key posture · demonstration video coming soon

Steps

  1. 1

    Sit or stand tall — inhale and lengthen through the crown

  2. 2

    As you exhale, drop the right ear toward the right shoulder; breathe five slow breaths

  3. 3

    Inhale back to center; exhale to the left side — five slow breaths

  4. 4

    Interlace fingers behind the back; inhale to open the chest; exhale to soften the jaw

  5. 5

    Bring the right arm across the chest; hold with the left hand for five breaths

  6. 6

    Switch sides; hold for five breaths

  7. 7

    Roll the shoulders slowly three times each direction to finish

Wellness benefits

  • Releases neck & shoulders
  • Opens the chest
  • Fits into any break