Thoracic Action: Essential Neck, Shoulders, and T Spine
Alissa Firth-Eagland • 39m
Let’s mobilize your neck, shoulders, and thoracic spine to address feelings of “stiffness”. These areas are designed to move separately but sometimes get stuck moving together. This check in with your upper body offers gentle challenges to feel more spacious in this area. The only props needed are a chair and a block.
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