Thoracic Mobility Break

Combine shoulder rolls, two seated rotations, thread-the-needle and a chest opener for a focused thoracic and upper-back desk break.

Thoracic mobilityUpper-back release
About 8 min · 5 movements · Stable chair and exercise mat · During desk work

PLAN STEPS

Follow in order

Each step shows the movement, dose, and estimated time. Complete demonstrations, phase pacing, and detailed guidance remain in the app.

  1. 01
    Backward Shoulder Rolls12 reps · about 36 sec

    Lift, roll back, then settle the shoulders down in a small, smooth circle.

  2. 02
    Seated Upper-Body TurnHold · about 43 sec

    Keep your pelvis still and rotate from your upper back—never force the twist.

  3. 03
    Seated Spinal TwistHold · about 55 sec

    Sit tall and rotate gently on the exhale, using the rear hand for support rather than leverage.

  4. 04
    Thread the Needle6 reps · about 4.5 min

    From all fours, slide one arm beneath your chest and let the head follow without forcing the shoulder.

  5. 05
    Seated Chest OpenerHold · about 30 sec

    Sit tall, open across the chest and keep the movement out of your lower back.

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SAFETY

Choose comfort and control first

Work within a comfortable range. Stop for sharp pain, dizziness, numbness or worsening symptoms, and use support whenever balance is uncertain.

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