How to do it
Rotate your upper arms outward to open the shoulders.
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Start on your hands and knees, with your wrists aligned under your shoulders and knees under your hips.
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Tuck your toes and lift your hips up and back, straightening your legs as much as possible.
- 3
Press your hands into the ground and lengthen your spine, keeping your head between your arms.
- 4
Hold the position, taking deep breaths, and then release after a few seconds.
- 5
Repeat as necessary.
Expert tip
Press through your hands and lift your hips up and back, keeping your heels pushing towards the ground for a full stretch along your body.
Common mistakes
- ✕Rounding the spine instead of lengthening it
- ✕Bending the elbows during the hold
- ✕Letting the head drop below the arms