Desk break
Reopen what the screen closed up
Hours sitting in front of a screen close up your shoulders and compress your neck. This routine reopens your chest, unlocks your upper back and straightens your posture, without leaving your desk.
~5 min · 8 movements · decompression
Shoulder circles
0:30Warms up the shoulders and prepares the joint for movement.
Side body stretch
0:40Stretches the ribs and opens the chest. Helps you breathe better and feel taller.
Standing side bend
0:40Stretches the lateral trunk muscles, often forgotten. Relieves tension from sitting posture.
Cactus arms
0:40Opens the chest and activates the back muscles that maintain good posture.
Chin to chest
0:40Releases tension in the back of the neck, which is constantly strained when your head is bent toward a screen.
Neck half-roll
0:30Gently releases neck and shoulder tension. Ideal for starting or finishing a routine.
Ear to shoulder
0:40Stretches the upper trapezius, often contracted after long hours in front of a screen.
Open chest, chin raised
0:40Opens the chest and shoulders while stretching the front of the neck. A complete movement to counter rounded posture.