Movement library

Open Book

MobilityThoracic spine, Chest, Shoulders

Lie on your side with knees bent and rotate your top arm open like the page of a book.

How to do it

  • Knees stacked and stay together
  • Follow your hand with your eyes
  • Breathe out as you open
  • Return slowly

Watch out for

  • Letting the knees come apart
  • Forcing the arm to the floor

Make it easier

Put a pillow under the top arm if the floor is out of reach.

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