You likely spend most of your day sitting at your computer, scrolling through your phone, or lounging on your couch. And while these are not bad positions, slouching for extended periods of time can result in stiffness or immobility in your thoracic spine.
Why Is Thoracic Mobility Important?
Your thoracic spine is the section of your spine that runs down your upper and middle back. If you’re an athlete or active person, thoracic mobility is critical for lifting weights with proper form, doing activities that require overhead extension (such as tennis), and even maintaining proper breathing techniques.
Without thoracic mobility, you may experience back pain or see a drop in your athletic performance.
3 Thoracic Mobility Exercises
As with strengthening exercises, seeing improvements in your mobility takes time. If you want to work on building your thoracic mobility, commit to doing these exercises three to four times a week for at least four weeks. If you’re more focused on maintaining your current mobility, try adding these movements into your current workout routine one to two times a week.
