Chest Opening with Shoulder Harness—Iyengar Yoga with Props

Shoulder harnesses can help release neck tension and promote good sitting habits.

Often, we sit in positions that create neck tension and a sunken chest, which can compress the abdominal area.

This compromises our breathing and reduces the amount of oxygen that reaches the brain. As a result, the cervical spine #7 becomes over-rounded, the shoulders become over-stretched, and the chest muscles become lax.

This can lead to tightness, soreness, and discomfort, and over time, numbness and tingling can occur due to compression in the discs.

Using a shoulder harness is a simple way to develop intelligent action, sensitivity, and relief.