Mobility Exercises

This is a highly effective stretch for improving extension through your thoracic spinal region and flexion of your shoulder joints.

To execute this stretch, you'll need a large exercise ball and an object that is heavy enough to allow you to anchor your weight with your hands.

If you don't have an exercise ball, you can create a similar stretch using an ottoman or even a pile of dense blankets or towels. Read more about An Effective Stretch for Back and Shoulder Stiffness

Alternating between Cobra pose and a kneeling tuck is an excellent way to improve mobility through your spine and shoulders.

When in Cobra pose, squeeze your buttocks and quads to keep your core strong, and focus on keeping your shoulders down and your shoulder blades squeezed toward one another. Cobra pose is highly effective for improving extension through the thoracic region of your spinal column. Read more about Rocking Cobra for Back and Shoulder Stiffness

This is a nice complementary exercise to German Arm Swings when looking to improve shoulder mobility and strength. As you become comfortable with these Chinese Arm Circles while using a very light weight, you can gradually increase the amount of weight you use to further improve mobility and functional strength of your shoulders. Read more about Chinese Arm Circles for Shoulder Mobility and Strength

When looking to overcome chronic back pain and stiffness, it's essential that you improve strength and mobility of your spine and surrounding tissues. If you aren't already doing so, you might try alternating between core strengthening work and spinal mobility work. This video demonstrates examples of how to alternate between strengthening and improving mobility of your spine and surrounding tissues. Read more about To Overcome Chronic Back Issues, Improve Strength and Mobility of Your Spine and Surrounding Tissues