This exercise will help maintain and improve thoracic mobility and posture, along with helping to stretch out the chest and back muscles to relieve muscular tension.
How to perform the exercise:
1. Place the foam roller under your upper back/thoracic spine, while keeping your knees bent.
2. Place both hands behind the head/neck with the elbows pointing toward the ceiling. The knees
should be bend and the butt firmly on the ground.
3. Retract the cervical spine by pulling the chin light back (make a double chin) and then extend the
upper back over the foam roller in a slow deliberate manner.
4. Pause at end range for 1 second, and then return to the start position. Remember to keep the butt
on the ground at all times.
***At no time should this cause any strain on the neck, back or shoulders. Do not force the motion through a restriction. Please consult your health care physician before attempting exercise.***
