Exercises: Breathing, Posture and Chest Mobility
The following exercises will improve your posture (the way you stand). They will also make the muscles of your chest stronger and more flexible so that breathing is easier.
Do each exercise 5 times. Repeat ______ times per day.
Before You Start
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1. Breathing from the Diaphragm
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2. Diaphragm Breathing - Lying Down
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3. Upper Chest Breathing - Lying Down
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4. Back Arch
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5. Shoulder Pinch
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6. Shoulder Depression
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7. Pectoral Stretch
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8. Side Bends
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9. Trunk Rotation
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If you have any questions about these exercises, please call your physical therapist at (614) 722-4515.
Exercises: Breathing, Posture and Chest Mobility (PDF)
HH-II-89 8/90, Revised 6/15 Copyright 1990, Nationwide Children’s Hospital