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Seated Thoracic Rotation - Dowel
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- HOW: Start in a seated position, place the dowel on your shoulders with your arms up at your side holding it on your shoulders. From this position, rotate only your upper and mid back back and forth to each side. Do this in a slow and controlled motion.
- FEEL: You should feel a stretch in your mid back.
- COMPENSATION: Stay seated up straight, don’t slouch. Keep your arms extended.
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