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Overhead Triceps and Shoulder Stretch

Muscle Group:

Shoulders

Type:

Static

Difficulty:

Beginner

Equipment:

None

Triceps, Latissimus Dorsi, Anterior Deltoid

Description

Reach one arm overhead and bend your elbow, bringing your hand towards your upper back. Use your other hand to gently pull your elbow further down, focus on your shoulder.

Progression

Increase the pull, hold for longer

Feel sensation

Gentle stretch in the triceps and shoulder.

Common mistakes

Arching the back, leaning to the side