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5 chest stretches. Tight chest muscles can cause the shoulders to round forward, putting strain on the back, so it’s important to take the time to stretch out the pectorals.

You should feel a stretch in the shoulders and chest. Hold for 30 seconds, then repeat on the opposite side. Pro tip: Keep your core engaged and avoid arching your lower-back. 15.

So chest-opening exercises and stretches like this 10-minute, beginner-friendly, guided routine from East River Pilates instructor Brian Spencer can help you relieve pent-up chest tension.

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This is another stretch that targets the hip flexors – the muscles around the pelvis, responsible for bringing your knees towards your chest – as well as the quadriceps on the front of the thigh.

Here, find a morning stretch routine recommended by physical therapists, including moves like the cat-cow, ... Single knee-to-chest stretch. Anastasiia Krivenok - Getty Images.