Chair Seated Shoulder Stretch

Sitting Shoulder Stretch on a Chair
1. Positioning:
- Sit comfortably on the chair with your back straight and feet flat on the floor, hip-width apart.
- Ensure you are in a relaxed position with your shoulders down and away from your ears.

2. Starting Position:
- Rest your hands on your thighs or just above your knees.

3. Movement:
- Inhale deeply and raise both arms slowly overhead.
- Keep your arms straight, and your palms can either face each other or you can touch your palms together.
- As you stretch your arms up, simultaneously lengthen your spine by sitting tall and engaging your core muscles.
- Hold this position for a few seconds while breathing deeply.

4. Stretch:
- You can gently lean to one side to deepen the stretch on the opposite side. For example, if you lean to the right, you will feel a stretch in your left shoulder and side.
- Return to the center and repeat the lean on the other side.

5. Repetition:
- Repeat this stretch 2-3 times on each side, holding each stretch for 15-30 seconds.

6. Finishing:
- Slowly lower your arms back to your thighs.
- Take a moment to relax and notice any changes in how your shoulders feel.

Tips:
- Maintain a relaxed and gentle approach to avoid straining your shoulders.
- Keep your movements fluid and controlled.