How to do it
Soften your knees slightly and root through both feet for a stable base.
- 1
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart.
- 2
Clasp your hands behind your back.
- 3
Straighten your arms and lift them slightly, squeezing your shoulder blades together.
- 4
Hold the stretch for 15-30 seconds, feeling the stretch across your chest and shoulders.
- 5
Relax and repeat if necessary.
Expert tip
Keep your chin up and chest out to fully open up the pectoral muscles during the stretch.
Common mistakes
- ✕Bending the elbows while lifting the arms
- ✕Hunching forward through the upper back
- ✕Leaning the torso forward from the hips