Stretch and Surrender: #10 Arm-Across-Chest Stretch

Benefits: Stretches and releases the shoulder muscles. Increases flexibility in the shoulders. Improves posture.

METHOD: Sit comfortably in a straight backed chair, or stand with knees slightly bent. Raise your right elbow with your left hand and gently pull your arm across the front of your body. Don't tug! Hold for 20 -30 seconds. Drop the left arm; relax the right arm. Repeat on the left side. Repeat 3 to 5 times on each side.

Tip: A beneficial stretch if you've had to lift anything heavy.