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Stretching

3 Chair Yoga Practices You Can Do At Your Desk

Think you need to stand up to get a good stretch? Think again. Here are 3 seated stretch videos you can follow at your desk to reduce tension, boost energy and improve posture.

Feeling stiff from sitting all day? You don't need to stand to move your body and get a good stretch. These seated stretch practices are designed to help you release tension, improve mobility and feel better without ever leaving your chair. They're perfect for long workdays when you're stuck on an endless phone call and need some relief.

A common misconception is that stretching only “counts” if you’re standing or lying on a mat. In reality, seated stretches aka chair yoga can be just as effective. Plus they are very accessible and cause minimal disruption. Stretching while sitting down also allows you to move through controlled ranges of motion while staying supported, making it great for beginners.

The 3 practices below are short, follow-along routines you can do at work or at home. No special setup, no sweaty transitions - just simple movement to help your body feel more comfortable and less stiff as the day goes on.

Don't forget to share with a stiff friend or colleague who needs some relief!

10 minute full body seated stretch filmed in Pembroke, Bermuda

10 minute upper body seated stretch filmed in Pembroke, Bermuda

13 minute full body chair yoga filmed in Pembroke, Bermuda

Want full follow-along classes? Check out my classes page for guided stretching routines you can do at work or at home!

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"Thank you for such a great relaxed stretch session. I am on the other side of two slipped discs in my lower back & had severe nerve impingement & am struggling with any sort of exercise & that includes some daily chores so this was perfect. I had to modify some of the stretches but my body & mind feels so good & I’m looking forward now to doing this every day so I can work towards getting to my pre-injury self. I’m from Batemans Bay in Australia."

~ Nadja Colovatti

"I'm a youtube junkie when it comes to cardio and stretching videos. This is by far my favorite 'standing stretch' video. I do this at least once a week, because I like to do a different stretch every day."

~ Sarah Jennings

"Thank you so much for these videos! I started a '3 o'clock stretch break at work and since we have several older folks at my office, the standing stretches are great. We do these videos in our conference room. :)"

~ Bethany Sutherland

"Thanks so much for this great standing stretch! I’m in a hotel and don’t have a yoga mat and don’t want to sit on the floor. This was perfect! ❤"

~ Emily Rodriguez

"Thanks Amy I so enjoy your stretches and that view is so amazing. :) I do your routines after an at home weights session and anytime I feel really stressed and need to release tension. :)"

~ Nadja Colovatti

"Wonderful to see a new video from my go-to post-workout woman! Kia ora as a greeting and a thank you from Aotearoa NZ!"

~ Kristin Sandvik Lush

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3 Chair Yoga Practices You Can Do At Your Desk ~ Move with Amy