How to do it
Plant your feet firmly and stagger your stance.
- 1
Stand next to a wall or a solid object.
- 2
Bend your elbow at a 90-degree angle and place your forearm against the wall.
- 3
Gently turn your body away from the wall until you feel a stretch across your chest and shoulder.
- 4
Hold the stretch for 15-30 seconds, then switch sides.
Expert tip
Keep your movements slow and controlled to prevent any strain on your shoulder joints.
Common mistakes
- ✕Placing the elbow higher than the shoulder
- ✕Leaning the torso forward instead of rotating
- ✕Bending the elbow past ninety degrees