MobilityBeginnerIsolation

Foam Roller Thoracic Extension

Lying on a foam roller across the upper back, extend over it.

Foam Roller Thoracic Extension: correct exercise technique

Benefits

  • Upper-back extension for overhead work
  • Feels great after sitting

How to do it

  1. Hands support the head
  2. Extend over the roller, keep the ribs down
  3. Move the roller up a segment at a time

Common mistakes

  • Rolling the lower back
  • Pulling on the neck

Starting prescription

sets
1
reps
10
Rest
0 s

Safety and limitations

  • Lower back · Avoid
    Avoid with a severe or worse lower-back limitation; use an easier alternative.

Health & safety

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