Seated Shoulder Stretch Here's a stretch to open the upper body, chest, and arms. Breathe into it and hold it for three to four minutes, trying to get a little deeper as the minutes go on. Sit on the floor with both knees bent and your heels planted, or extend your legs straight out in front of you. Place your palms behind your hips with your fingers pointing away from your body. Walk your hands behind you as far as you can, with the pinkies as close as possible. Breathe here for three to four minutes, walking the hands away from you as your chest and shoulders begin to open up. Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Jenny Sugar