Step 1:

When doing this exercise you will want to start in a neutral position. As you can see from the picture below– your head, back, and hips should all be in line with one another.

Your arms should be extended in front of you- forming a 90 degree angle with the rest of your body.

Step 2:

Keep your body in exactly this alignment as you press your body AWAY from the wall. The arms and shoulder blades will stay still, only the rest of your body will move. Your head, back and hips should still be in line. You can note the difference in this picture:

Step 3:

Allow yourself to come back to a neutral position – while still maintaining your line and 90 degree angle.

Step 4:

Then, allow your body to come in towards the wall. Do not bend your elbows. Keep the same alignment of the rest of your body!

As always, be gentle and listen to your body!