Open Book Stretch

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Instructions:

  • 1Lie down on your side with your knees bent and your arms together in front of you
  • 2Keep your knees on the ground and rotate your upper body to open your chest
  • 3Extend the top arm towards the ceiling
  • 4Continue to open your chest until your back is on the floor or as far as is comfortable
  • 5Return to the starting position and repeat on the other side

Tips:

  • Ensure your knees stay in contact with the ground throughout the exercise to ensure proper form
  • Don't force or push yourself beyond your comfortable range of motion
  • Breathe out as you open your chest and inhale as you return to the starting position
  • Keep your movements slow and controlled for the best results

Open Book Stretch Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs