How to do Modified Reverse Prayer
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Modified Reverse Prayer is a standing stretch for your chest and shoulders.
Step by step
- 1Stand tall with your feet hip-width apart.
- 2Take your arms behind your back and hold onto opposite elbows.
- 3Let your shoulders roll back and your chest lift.
What you should feel
Let your shoulder blades draw gently together.
Form tips
- Draw the elbows gently toward each other. Ribs stay soft, don't arch the lower back. Feel the front shoulders open.
- Feel the front of your shoulders softly open.
- Breathe into your chest.
Make it easier
If you can't reach your elbows, hold your wrists or forearms instead.
Coming out of it
Release your arms… and let them hang by your sides.
Muscles it works
Move slowly and stop if anything hurts. This is general guidance, not medical advice; check with a professional if you're injured or recovering.
Do Modified Reverse Prayer with a coach
In BendEase, a voice coach talks you into Modified Reverse Prayer, cues you through the hold, while the guided video shows you exactly how. It's built into routines for your chest and shoulders.
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