Whether you’re in your early twenties or over 50, keeping your upper body loose and free of unwanted tension is always a good idea. Tightness in your back and shoulders can come from many things, like living a sedentary lifestyle or sitting at a desk all day for work. The good news is that there are simple ways to release that tension and support better posture over time.

Lindy Royer, Physical Therapist and Balanced Body Educator, shares her go-to routine: “The best stretches include mobility work that integrates the shoulder girdle, spine, and head.

"Slow, controlled breathing is an important component, as it helps reduce protective tension and allows for more mobility.” She swears by just three moves to reset upper body muscles and ease tightness.

The routine is quick, so you don’t ne

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