Jan 21, '11. In order to be a nurse practitioner, first you must go to nursing school to become a registered nurse. A bachelor's degree in nursing is required for you to go to graduate school where you learn how to be a nurse practitioner (NP). Some schools do offer bridge programs where you can have an associates degree in nursing and bridge to a master's degree in nursing.
Shoulder Stretch. The shoulder stretch loosens the deltoids, the most prominent shoulder muscles, along with the rhomboids and trapezius muscles of your upper back. Stand upright with your feet about hip-width apart. Cross your left arm over your chest so your fingers point away from your right shoulder.
Slim and tone your neck and upper chest muscles by doing 12 to 24 head lifts, three to four times each week. Lie on your back with your hands resting by your side. Lift your head off the floor and bring your chin as close to your chest as possible; hold the position for two counts.