Intermediate · 5 min

After Swimming

Stretch your chest, shoulders and sides after your swim.

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Total session: 5:38 · Includes preparation and side changes.

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Wall pecs

Wall pecs

Movement instructions

Stand beside a wall and place one forearm against it, elbow bent. Step gently forward and turn your chest away from that arm. Release and repeat on the other side.

Release immediately if you feel sharp pain or discomfort.

Get ready5

Total (including preparation): 5:38 · 5:38 remaining

Up next: Wall pecs · Side 1 · 0:30

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Your sequence

Both sides are included. Follow the movement instructions; move at your own pace.

  1. Wall pecs · Both sides1:00
  2. Overhead tricep standing · Both sides1:00
  3. One arm hug standing · Both sides1:00
  4. Puppy pose0:30
  5. Side bend seated · Both sides1:00
  6. Child's Pose0:30

Five seconds to prepare, five seconds between movements, and two seconds to switch sides. All are included in the total. Pause whenever you need. Reset to edit settings. Nothing is saved after leaving. Keep this page open. Sound may stop when the screen locks; the timer catches up when you return.

300 seconds moving + 38 seconds for preparation and changes. Changing settings resets playback.

Based on the app routine: After Swimming.

Read the movement instructions before starting. Stop if a movement is painful; you can pause at any time.

Plan your space and time

6 timed steps use 6 different movements. Starting positions: Standing, Floor, Seated. Inspect the illustrated setup for each movement before starting.

Each row below is the exact stored exercise time. Additional preparation and position changes extend the session beyond that total; no extra transition time is hidden in this table.

Sequence and timing
StepMovementSeconds
1Wall pecs60
2Overhead tricep standing60
3One arm hug standing60
4Puppy pose30
5Side bend seated60
6Child's Pose30

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Routine overview

What you’ll move through.

6 timed steps · 5 min in total. Time shown is the sum of the listed steps; extra transition time is not included.

Move gently, breathe normally, and stay within a comfortable range. Stop if anything feels painful.

  1. 01

    Wall pecs

    Standing · Focus: chest, shoulders.

    60s
  2. 02

    Overhead tricep standing

    Standing · Focus: triceps, shoulders.

    60s
  3. 03

    One arm hug standing

    Standing · Focus: shoulders, upper back.

    60s
  4. 04

    Puppy pose

    Floor · Focus: shoulders, chest, back.

    30s
  5. 05

    Side bend seated

    Seated · Focus: sides, shoulders, back.

    60s
  6. 06

    Child's Pose

    Floor · Focus: back, hips, shoulders.

    30s

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Step by step

How to do the routine.

How to do Wall pecs

Step 1 · 60 seconds

Wall pecs

  1. Stand beside a wall and place one forearm against it, elbow bent.
  2. Step gently forward and turn your chest away from that arm.
  3. Release and repeat on the other side.
Helpful cue

Keep your shoulder down and the stretch gentle.

Make it gentler

For less intensity, position your arm lower and take a smaller step or turn away.

How to do Overhead tricep standing

Step 2 · 60 seconds

Overhead tricep standing

  1. Stand tall and reach one arm overhead.
  2. Bend that elbow so your hand rests behind your upper back.
  3. Use your other hand to gently guide the raised elbow.
  4. Release and repeat on the other side.
Helpful cue

Keep your ribs down and avoid pulling your neck forward.

Make it gentler

For less intensity, reach your hand toward your shoulder rather than farther down your back.

How to do One arm hug standing

Step 3 · 60 seconds

One arm hug standing

  1. Stand tall and bring one arm across your chest.
  2. Use your opposite forearm to gently draw it closer.
  3. Release and repeat on the other side.
Helpful cue

Keep the stretching shoulder down and the elbow below shoulder height.

Make it gentler

For less intensity, loosen the arm position and keep your shoulders relaxed.

How to do Puppy pose

Step 4 · 30 seconds

Puppy pose

  1. Start on hands and knees, with hips over knees.
  2. Walk your hands forward and lower your chest.
  3. Rest your forehead on the mat or a support.
Helpful cue

Keep your hips above your knees and your neck relaxed.

Make it gentler

For less intensity, keep your chest higher and soften your knees or elbows as needed.

How to do Side bend seated

Step 5 · 60 seconds

Side bend seated

  1. Sit tall with your feet flat on the floor.
  2. Raise one arm overhead and lean gently to the opposite side.
  3. Return to center and repeat on the other side.
Helpful cue

Keep both hips on the seat and avoid leaning forward.

Make it gentler

For less intensity, keep your hand on your hip and lean only a little.

How to do Child's Pose

Step 6 · 30 seconds

Child's Pose

  1. Kneel with your big toes together and knees comfortably apart.
  2. Sit your hips toward your heels and walk your hands forward.
  3. Rest your forehead on the mat and breathe slowly.
Helpful cue

Use a cushion under your forehead or between your hips and heels if needed.

Make it gentler

For less intensity, bring your knees closer together and support your forehead with a folded blanket.

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