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Thread the Needle

Turns the upper back open, one side at a time, after a day of sitting.

Thread the Needle, kneeling position

45s each side hold · kneeling

Slide the arm through, palm up. Rest that shoulder down.

  1. Start on your hands and knees, wrists under your shoulders and knees under your hips.
  2. Slide one arm under your chest toward the other side, palm up.
  3. Lower that shoulder and the side of your head to the floor.
  4. Keep your hips over your knees and let your upper back turn.
Where you feel itBetween the shoulder bladesBack of the lower shoulderAlong the upper back

Tips: Keep your hips over your knees, so the turn comes from your upper back. Let the side of your head rest down so your neck can relax. Press lightly through the planted hand to turn a little further.

Easier: Rest your head on a cushion or a folded towel. Fold a blanket under your knees. Stop with the shoulder above the floor and turn only as far as is easy.

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