Front Line Opener

FRONT LINE OPENER

This is a dynamic stretch exercise that is used to target the superficial fascial front line in the upper body. While standing, bend forwards through the back and neck while reaching towards the floor with your arms internally rotated. Once you’ve reached your end range, extend the spine to erect the spine while rotating the arms out and tucking in your chin. Repeat as required.

Structures Involved:

• Superficial Front Line

  • Rectus Abdominus

  • Sternocleidomastoid (SCM)

• Pectoralis Major

• Pectoralis Minor

• Cervical Spine

• Thoracic Spine

Related Conditions:

• Postural Strain

• Sternocleidomastoid Myalgia

• Upper Cross Syndrome

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