Roll Chest Opener Lying on Floor
Description
The roll chest opener lying on floor is a passive chest and shoulder opener. Lying back along a foam roller placed parallel with the spine lets gravity pull the arms wide and stretch the chest and front shoulders.
Equipment Required
Roll Chest Opener Lying on Floor Instructions
- Place a foam roller on the floor lengthwise.
- Sit at the end of the roller and lie back so the spine rests along the length.
- Bend the knees with feet flat for stability.
- Allow the head to rest on the roller.
- Open the arms out to the sides at shoulder height.
- Allow the hands to relax toward the floor.
- Breathe slowly and deeply into the stretch.
- Hold for the desired duration.
Roll Chest Opener Lying on Floor Form & Visual
Roll Chest Opener Lying on Floor Benefits
- Opens the chest.
- Stretches the front shoulders.
- Mobilizes the thoracic spine.
- Useful for posture.
- Joint friendly stretch.
Roll Chest Opener Lying on Floor Muscles Worked
- Pectoralis major
- Anterior deltoid
- Erector spinae
Roll Chest Opener Lying on Floor Variations & Alternatives
- Doorway Stretch
- Foam Roll Chest
- Cobra Pose
- Cat Cow
