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

This stretch helps ease pain and tightness in the mid-to-upper back and shoulders.

1. Stand about a foot away from the wall, facing it. Reach your arms up to the wall and bring your palms to touch.
2. Bend your elbows to bring your thumbs behind your head, pressing your chest towards the wall. For a deeper stretch, step your feet further away from the wall.
3. Hold for 30 seconds.