Neck and shoulders

Shoulder Rolls

  • 30 seconds
  • Standing
  • No equipment

Releases tension held in the shoulders.

Illustration of the shoulder rolls: roll your shoulders forward in big circles, then backward
Shoulder Rolls, as shown in the Stretch Minute app

How to do it

  1. Roll your shoulders forward in big circles, then backward.
  2. Keep your arms relaxed.
  3. Hold for 30 seconds, breathing slowly.

At a glance

Hold30 seconds
PositionStanding
Body areaNeck and shoulders
EquipmentNone
What it doesReleases tension held in the shoulders.

In these routines

Stretch gently and stop if anything hurts. Stretch Minute is not medical advice. If you are injured, pregnant or have a medical condition, check with a doctor first.