Side-Lying Chest Stretch

Positioning:

1. Lie on your side on a comfortable surface or mat.
2. Keep your legs extended and stacked together, with your head resting on your lower arm.
3. Draw your knees slightly towards your chest for comfort, if necessary.
4. Extend your top arm straight out in front of you at shoulder height, palm down.

Movement:

1. Slowly reach your top arm across your body, bringing it towards the floor on the opposite side to create a stretch in your chest.
2. Keep your hips stacked and do not rotate your torso; your chest should face forward.
3. Hold the stretch for 15-30 seconds, breathing deeply and relaxing into the stretch.
4. Return to the starting position by gently bringing your arm back to the original position.
5. Repeat the stretch on the other side.

Tips:

- Ensure that you feel a gentle stretch and not pain; modify the range of motion as needed.
- Keep your neck relaxed throughout the stretch.
- Focus on your breathing to enhance relaxation during the stretch.