What Are Some Exercises for Sagging Breasts?

Over time, the natural effects of aging, weight loss, pregnancy, nursing and gravity take their toll on the body. Clever marketing of lotions and pills may claim to give you a fuller, firmer chest, but there simply is no miracle cure for sagging breasts other than surgery. However, by toning the pectoral muscles beneath your mammary tissue (composed of fat, connective tissue and ducts) and practicing better posture, you can improve the appearance of your bust.

Push Ups

Lie on your stomach with hands at shoulder level slightly wider than shoulder-width apart. Push away from the ground, keeping the head, neck and body in line. Legs can be fully extended or with bent knees. Pause, then gently lower back to start. Build up to eight repetitions.

Pectoral Press

Lie on your back with knees bent. Place a 3- to 5-lb. weight in each hand. Stretch arms out to each side, then slowly pull the arms (keeping them straight) toward the center of your body, feeling the "squeeze" in the chest. Release gently back to start. Aim for 10 to 12 repetitions.

Stabdhasana

Stand with feet shoulder-width apart. Bring arms up to shoulder level, with elbows bent out to the side. Rotate the lower arm, wrist and hands so that palms are facing away from the body. Spread your fingers and visualize pressing against a wall in front of you, with your gaze centered on the space between your hands. Hold for 20 seconds, concentrating on the contraction of the chest muscles. Repeat three to five times.

Shoulder Blade Squeeze

In a seated position, lift your chest and slide the shoulder blades together as if you were squeezing something between them. Hold for a few breaths and repeat throughout the day. This helps pull the shoulders back, lifting the chest area.

Bhujangasana (Cobra Pose)

Lying on your stomach with legs straight, place palms slightly wider than the shoulders. Slowly elevate your head, neck and upper back off the ground as high as you can, using the lower back muscles. Arms are for support only. Hold for a few breaths (about 15 seconds), then lower slowly.