Aching Back? Try These Simple, At-Home Stretches to Soothe Sore Muscles

Alleviate upper back pain and stiffness with this wall stretch that loosens up the lats, chest, and shoulders.

1. Begin standing with your hands shoulder-width distance apart on the wall.
2. Walk your feet back and crawl your hands down the wall until they are at hip height.
3. Then, position your ankles in line with your hips so that your body is at a 90-degree angle from the wall.
4. Press your palms into the wall and gently lower your chest down to feel a stretch along the chest and shoulders. Hold for 30 seconds.