Alignment is key when it comes to arms and shoulders, but sometimes we neglect that aspect of our posture. With this seated routine, the focus is building and maintaining alignment and openness while strengthening your arms and shoulders—no weight needed. Never underestimate the power or body-weight moves to challenge your upper body.
This workout is a progression, so the variations get more difficult as it goes on. If you find that you come to a place that’s difficult enough to challenge yourself, stick there and focus on form with a goal of moving through the full progression in time. These abdominal-isolating holds, pulses,...
Starting off with the upper body—including some stretches you could even do at your desk if you sit all day at work, this sequence will loosen your muscles from head to toe.