Yoga for Opening the Shoulders
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- Опубліковано 13 жов 2024
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This yoga sequence with Esther Ekhart helps to release tight shoulders and chest and eases upper back pain. It's great to do if you sit at a desk all day! Especially when working from home at a laptop.
It will also improve mobility in your shoulders and upper back for backbends.
Inspired by Eric Schiffmann: www.movingintostillness.com
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This sequence is timeless! Now 10+ years later I am finding relief after hours of working at a computer. Self care for those working from home is paramount. 🙏 Namaste
That's lovely to hear - thank you and I couldn't agree more!
Still the best shoulder openers on the web
Totally!
11 years later. But I love this. I can literally feel my back
Why did it take me so long to find this video???? The exercises are perfect!
I have been watching this video for about 8 years. Thank you for helping me find relief with my neck and shoulder pain.
Wow that's impressive! We have 900+ classes for back and shoulders relief on our platform. Check this link and may find your new favourite ones www.ekhartyoga.com/classes/browse_all?page=1&search=neck%20sholders
This was posted 10 years ago? Girl, I'm still doing it with you for three weeks!
haha yes a golden oldie!
@@Ekhartyoga Im on day 9 and I feel worlds of difference already. Thank you so much for setting a time goal on this, otherwise I would have only practiced it every now and then throughout my practice.
ahahah I know I'm 10 years late, but this is my first day and it has already made a difference. The 3 weeks starts now for sure :)
I've done the three weeks now and it has helped my shoulder mobility so much! This, paired with a simple full-body mobility routine and foam rolling every day has allowed me to recover more quickly and feel no shoulder and lower back tension from workouts.
Cheers @EkhartYoga :)
@@basketball7677 Thanks will try
Like me . I start today😀
@@masomahassani7208 how's it going? I still do the routine from this video often
@@basketball7677 I failed to do it! but I started again from 5days ago. I feel great and I will do it.
Truly the best shoulder stretch sequence I ever found. Short and sweet. It can't get better than that!
This video is the absolute best. I've been doing it on and off for ten years, but I'm finally going to do it for a week now. We'll see how it goes!
wow, it is impressive!
@@Ekhartyogathanks! It's really helping me be a great ninja warrior athlete now, and has always helped me release stress carried in my shoulders!
Still doing this routine.....so great for my shoulder mobility 😊
I’m doin this in 2020. 🙏💕
Me too, my shoulders are so tight
I’m doing it every morning! It feels good.It’s only my third day but I won’t give up
Me too, i keep coming back here to remember some details that I didn't remember.
How did you stick w/ it Darika? Did it help?
@@SaraWC72 Me too Sara, are you sticking w/ it? How is it going?
This is a daily practice for me! Like it if you’re doing it daily too!
6 years layter i am still doing it !! Thank you !
Never gets old. I love this clip
I have been doing this for a year now, sometimes daily. It has pretty much saved my life. I had extreme dystonia/fascia issues and trigger points. I have managed to work a lot of them off. I still have some way to go to perfectly normal. But I can't thank you enough Ester. You helped save me. If somebody isn't doing this exercise, you need to start doing it.
Thank you so much!
Thank you for your comments.
I will try this.
This sequence is the best I have found to release the tension in my upper back and neck. It’s a real challenge to do them all but it works like a dream! Thank you🙏🏼🤩
Easy to follow. No loud music or distractions. Thank you.
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I've Been Doing This Sequence For The Last Six Years And It Works Like A Charm!!
Years later and this is still helping me with shoulder pain. Thank you so much for sharing this with the world! It's vitally important.
Wow, that's so inspiring. We are happy to help!
One of the greatest of all time
I came across this video years ago when I had an injury in the base of my neck. I remember that it helped a lot. Recently - well, 2 months ago now - I revisited this video because I was getting a neck and shoulder pain from computer work. Wow! I forgot how wonderful this little sequence is! Every morning before work I do it now. I haven't had neck pain or headaches at all since I started back up. I'm still struggling to hold cow-faced pose on one side, but lately more days than not I can hold it the whole time Esther does.
I've been doing those exercises with her for almost 10 years now and my body is totally different from my family who doesn't practice any exercise. Its amazing !
Wow that's great to hear you've been doing them all this time!
@@Ekhartyoga Yes, your channel is gold and your inspire so many people. I hope you are aware of the fantastic work you are doing for humanity. ;)
*An old video of Esther, but still a very helpful exercise to open up!*
Yoga for Opening the Shoulders
I'm still doing it on day 4! I'm feeling great. Thanks again!
This really helped me when I was trying many stretches to help mobility, this was the most effective!
Sandy Breen Glad to hear it helped you, Sandy.
Thank you for this video. I need to open up my shoulders. I just started today, but will keep it for 3 weeks, as you recommend. I have a question, though. I am a bit overweight, so the seated posture you take is somewhat painful, I ended up seating cross-legged, with knees down. Is that ok? Or should I sit with you throughout the whole sequence? Thank you again!- Michelle.
psychmdpr It is fine to adjust your seated posture so you are comfortable. Important is that you can sit with a straight back, so sit up on a block or folded blanket if you need to. Adapt so you will keep it up!
13 yeas later and I still go back to this treasure video thank you Esther
Thank you again Ester. Really nice
I am getting more flexibility in my shoulders. Yay! a week ago I needed a yoga strap to do eagle arms, but today I was able to do it without a strap. Also, I was able to get my hands in prayer pose today. I have been doing this on and off for about 5 weeks and now I wish I had done it everyday like you suggested. Yay! I am in tears. Thank you so much!
Every time I have a migraine, this specific set of exercises is one of the only things that helps alleviate the pain. I'm not sure why, but it's always works. Thank you, thank you, thank you.
Discovering this 10 years later but still works its magic on my tight shoulders
Still a goodie after so many years 😍
Thank you so much! I am a 68 year old male thats been lifting weights and working manual labor jobs sine I was a teen. Years of the weight bearing and gravity has caused me shoulder problems mostly impingement in both. Also been suffering from bursitis and tendonitis. I have been hanging from a pullup bar to open them up and create more room. I still was feeling a forward pull of tightness and pain in the front of my left shoulder. I did just 2 of these stretches that you illustrated and within 5 minutes tightness and pain was relieved. I woke up today with some soreness from the stretching but that is diminishing. The overhead movements with the band is what helped me. I will now work on the other ones you illustrated.
😮never gets old. I love it
I love this video! I know that this was posted almost 10 years ago and I discovered it a few years ago. I'm a kayak guide, so shoulder stretching is very important for me. I still do this video a few times each week, along with Esther's more recent one to stretch shoulders (this one from 2010 has a few more stretches that I really like), and find these stretches so beneficial. Also, Esther is one of my favorite yoga instructors. Her voice is so lovely and instruction so simple and easy-to-follow. What she does is always genuine and from the heart. She has helped so many people towards being the best versions of themselves. I can't thank the Ekhart Yoga community enough!
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This is working wonders for my back pain. Thank you!
sehr gut! Ich bin 56 Jahre alt und habe als Tischlerin Schulterprobleme. Das hier hilft wirklich! Vielen Dank
Thank you! In 2023... Good teaching quality!
I'm one week in and my chronic shoulder pains are disappearing, seriously i was considering surgery. The arms crossing over is what i think has helped, to get my rear deltoids stretched out. Best routine for me, as it is curing pain that no physio could do. Thank you
Eagle arms? That one did it for me! Amazing.
Yes eagle arms was brilliant, some good positions and they definitely work for anyone with shoulder mobility issues and pain. Since I had such great success with this routine, it allowed me to work more on ashtanga, but I am now going to do another 3 weeks solid, with the aim of just doing this daily from now on, no exceptions. I start again tomorrow if you want to, really is motivating as mentioned at the start of the video.
I also have chronic shoulder pain. I was on day 2 today. I think i will even do it a second time today because I really need it! lets keep at it. We can motivate each other.
Exactly...I did one session last night, so I felt a difference after the session for sure. Yes let's keep at it, motivation is always better when you know someone else is making improvements too.
Hows it going? I went 4 days then skipped 3 days haha. Just did it again today.
This is amazing after sitting at the computer all day
I love your tone of voice! Glad that I found a best teacher!
Recovering post surgery here with this one. Thank you!!!
1 week and very happy I will continue for a long time!
I am recovering from shoulder injuries and these exercises feel so good! Thank you Esther.
Glad I found this, doing it this 2021, i did it the other day and I notice that my shoulder is much more aligned. So i promised ill do this every single day no matter how busy my school life is
How's it going? :D 2 weeks in now, been consistent?
@@dan5020 hi im not really consistent, but im trying. this is really good. and im also adding another yoga for hunchback since my posture is not really good. but im improving little by little.
They all felt so good I didn't want it to end!
Ive been using this for over 10 years now! Whenever I'm tight I return because it's magic for opening up. Thank You! 😊
Good morning Esther, thank you I am not late just in time 🙂
I’ve been doing it for more than three weeks now and I feel better. I’m not going to stop! Thank you Esther!
Thank you Silvana
Did it help you to fix your poster a little bit?
@@mrsengineer8781 yes, it did
I had left shoulder pain and back pain for two years. This simple routine got it under control. Thanks so much Esther.
Egan Sanders how much did you get paid
I gonna start it ... does it straight up my back bone also ?
I’d say Egan got millions and millions of dollars Elizer. And a car. And a boat. And a free holiday.
@@elizermukendi449 I was very ill for a few years and in extreme pain. It was a long rehab process to get back to good health and I used every tool available. Esther's routine helped a lot. Today I have perfect health. I am grateful for all the people who helped me to get there.
@@stalkek I was very ill for a few years and in extreme pain. It was a long rehab process to get back to good health and I used every tool available. Esther's routine helped a lot. Today I have perfect health. I am grateful for all the people who helped me to get there.
Thank you so much, Ms Ekhart! I am 5 days in, and already my tight old left shoulder is loosening up. I can now clasp hands behind my backs with the left arm down and right arm up. This is new and exciting! Thank you again for your generosity
Thank you Saul - great to hear it's working for you. I've got some newer classes for the shoulders you can try too - although this golden oldie is still a favourite!
I still come back to this after all these years the minute I feel tight in my shoulders. Sometimes I don't need all the theatrics of a UA-cam yoga channel- just something that's straight to the point and works!!! Like others have said- timeless sequence!!!
The greatest video onlineeeee
I just started this today 6 Jan 2021. Glad I found you. I have stiff shoulders so I will keep with this as recommended. Thanks for your easy description and easy manner. X
OMG that was effing amazing! I can breath better and deeper
9 years on and this is suggested to me, better late than never! Wow.... I do Calisthenics and had a hard time with most of these, you're so flexible. I will be doing this every day and let you know how I'm getting on in a few weeks.
Let's do this. Thank you for this.
Greetings from the 🇺🇸! Love the release your exercises give me! Send more!
Thank you Richard - you'll find lots more videos for the shoulders on this channel and on EkhartYoga - you can try us out for free for 2 weeks -- www.ekhartyoga.com/playlists/15768/stiff-shoulders-and-upper-back
I've done this for a little over three weeks now, and i'm gonna keep going. Its been very good for my upper bodies mobility. I have never felt eagle arms did anything for me but its cause i never dropped my shoulders while doing it till i saw this. Thanks again
Thank you so much! This really helped my shoulders and upper back loosen up!
Have been doing it for several months, although not everyday. Thank you!
Love it❤️❤️from the Philippines 🇵🇭
No, you are not doing it alone. I am loving doing it with you. 💕💋🌸
Esther this is an extremely effective practice to strengthen shoulders, back and spine. Thank you for sharing it with all. 🌟
Thank you!
@@Ekhartyoga My Pleasure. 🌟
I just found this video a couple of weeks ago and I've managed to do it about every other day. I'm extremely tight and sore. I dream of being able to touch my hands together behind my back. I think it will take me a year of stretching to get there. I've noticed small improvements already and a slight decrease in pain and stiffness. I'm going to continue because it feels good to be looser. I want to add that this is in no way easy or painless. Even the smallest movement is terribly painful but the pain is worth it to me because I feel a little better. I'm excited to see how far I get in a month.
I've done the video off and on for 4 months now and I'm about half way to getting into the last pose. Before just putting my arms behind my back hurt a LOT. Now it hurts a lot to put it halfway there. :)
It's 2020 and I still return to this video for a great stretch. I'm about halfway there now but before I could barely put my hand behind my back and I was in extreme pain. About half the pain and about half where I need to be. I'll continue to use this as part of my self care. 👍
I am always in so much pain with my neck and shoulders because of degenerative disc. These exercises really stretch it out and though I am sore it feels better and I know will continue to get even better over time. Thank you for doing these videos! :)
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WOW!!!! I needed this video!!! So happy I found this today
Because of carrying my bag pack on the right left for 2 years , now it’s felt down , im doing this exercises to fix my posture and my shoulders assymetry i’ll update you , i have no doubts this is not going to work , so im grateful that i have found this video , moreover it makes me feel good thanks 😊 🙏
Another *Golden Oldie*, the exercise is as still as good! Works well in the office to open up the shoulders.
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Thanks for these. I have very stiff painful shoulders, and have just started these again yesterday. 16.12.13. Will try and do them for three weeks and let you know how I get on. Hopefully it will result in less pain and more flexibility. Love your channel!
thanks for this.. i just want to ask that for how much time do i need to carry one pose in one day.. like for example 30 seconds each pose or as long as i can hold ?
Thank you for this shoulder opener!!
I found this video 3 months ago - I broke my left collarbone in a ski scooter accident 9 months ago and was slowly, slowly rebuilding my upper body strength and flexibility AND this video challenged me and inspired me...as did your pre running yoga (the whole family) when I took up jogging again after 12 years of just swimming, walking, weights, aerobics, yoga, etc! Anyway, I persevered with this video for 3 weeks and now I CAN do a standing Backbend! THANK you for your wonderful videos!
Thanks for this, Esther. Stay blessed! This is the first yoga clip I found that didn't put me on sleep 😂 on my third day!
I have no word for saying thank u
Tack Ester, du ar superkul!
wonderful stretch while sitting at your desk
You're a lifesaver, my shoulders feel so much better. I'm starting my three week program today.
Posted 9 years ago and I’m just starting my 3 weeks now... have always had tightness in my shoulders. Thank you for your guidance during this time of introspection for the world!
Thank you Ashley - I hope it helps you
I'm starting it today. I hope it went well for your 2 weeks :)
@@soukainaboukilimakhoukhi9027 me too I just did it ad already feel better :)
@@thomj623 well good for you. Stick to the challenge, it will help you. I've always had back pain due to bad posture. But these exercices have changed my life. I'm finally happy with my shoulders.
Happy 10th birthday to the best shoulder yoga video on UA-cam!
Yay! Thank you!
Thanks Esther!
Thank you for sharing this video. I'm a paraplegic who uses her manual wheelchair a lot. My shoulders get stiff and I'm enjoying the stretch this gives my shoulders. It feels like they're opening up and that gives me more range of motion!
Fabulous!
This comment was 5 years ago, how has your life changed, better or worse? Achievements? Love? Mentality? Any lessons learned? Just curious
This is my favourite shoulder opening video! Great sequence and it's easy to fit into a busy day of work. Your voice is very soothing. I have done a few 21-day circles and shared your video with many of my friends. I can see huge improvement over time. Keep up your great work!
Thank you!
I know that's been a long time since you've posted this video. But i'm doing this 3 weeks challenge. Thank you sooo much for your motivational vibes
what 3 weeks challenge are you doing?
The one for opening shoulders...i'm in day 3 and i've already noticed a difference
Oh my goodness! I can't afford not to do these! It is a must to help me keep up with my massage work. Thanks, Esther!
Thank you from the United States. I enjoy practicing with you, especially now since the Coronavirus has invaded so many countries including my own. Your classes relieve stress and anxiety during these difficult times. There is always something to be thankful for, and I thank you. May your blessings be many.
Thank you - please join me for the live meditations if you can. They're powerful. You'll find the details on my channel
I am so grateful for this. I could hardly move it hurt so much and I did it once in the morning and the next day I still had pain but I could move again. I am inspired and will keep doing them.
We are so glad to hear it has helped! All of us here at ekhartyoga.com are wishing you a full recovery!
Thank you!
Vanessa Waters Same here! Amazing!
This has really truly helped me with my frozen shoulder problem. I've had issue with my right shoulder and various other exercises haven't helped - unless I stumbled upon your video. What a difference it made! I'm at least 85% better thanks to your awesome video. Thanks!
In how much time did you start feeling better because I've had an issue with my right shoulder since years and can't explain the level of depression because of ot
@@GunjanSharma-vz4oq I can't say for sure since it was a while ago. But I think a week or less? I remember it was a little tough to do but I kept at it daily. Good luck!
@@aultraman ill try from tomorrow.. Thanx a lot.. But is your shoulder completely fine?
@@GunjanSharma-vz4oq Yes 100%. I have since been doing this daily ua-cam.com/video/3smueUiMKUI/v-deo.html good luck!
WOAH those were intense. Great strecthes though, really helped me with my shoulder injury. I will have to come back to this series of stretches. Thank you!
Thank you Ekhart!!
Hello Esther , like your youga verry much ,i am from Sweden ,have a Nice weekend ,Britt Marie
Thank you!. I am always tense from anxiety. This Definitely helped
I recently had a rotator cuff injury and I finally felt able to return to my practice with it, this video did WONDERS. Thank you :)
Thanks again! Some will take time but much appreciated!
Coming back to this!
It was the best shoulder streching for me. Thank you
Thank you I really needed this helped my golf swing move to next level blessings
thank you EkhartYoga! These daily exercises help melt away anxiety and are a perfect complement to aqua-fit. Having arthritic stiffness, these exercises are my 55+ road to health and fitness. Thank you!
APKi shoulder tight ho jati hain?? Meri hti hain pata nhi q..relax nhi hoti shoulder portion
This is really helping with my shoulders! However, kneeling for this long, my lower legs and feet go numb and my knees and ankles are very painful afterward.
Can this be done in a seated position instead?
I needed a good stretch before working today. I do a lot of computer work. Thank you. I will be doing this for 3 weeks. Possibly more. Feels good!
day # 2. I still hurt, but Im not going to stop!
Jaisha26 so how is it going?) do you see progress?)
Victoria Stepanova yes. I saw some major progress. Especially week 2. Week 3, I started to slack off and now I gotta start all over again. But I wasn't cramping up while working and able to feel much better.
I start first week! Thank you!
May be an older video but I just found it and LOVE IT!
mmmmmm this feels SO GOOD!
thx for sharing this, I also hv hard time backbending due to closed-shoulders. I will keep doing it.
You have such a lovely, calm, and simple manner of guiding us through the stretches. Thank you so much.
This helped ease my asthma and allergy symptoms. 😊
Amazing. Wonder why I could not find this video sooner. I have the same issue on upper back. This helps!