A standing, self-assisted stretch for the back of the upper arm. The overhead shoulder position and bent elbow place particular emphasis on the long head of the triceps, without weights or a cable attachment.
Stand upright with a comfortable, stable stance.
Raise one arm overhead and bend the elbow so the hand rests behind the head.
Use the other hand to guide the upper arm gently, keeping your trunk upright.
Hold a comfortable stretch while breathing normally, release slowly and repeat on the other side.
Use gentle assistance rather than pulling hard on the elbow.
Reduce the range if you need to arch your lower back to reach the position.
The brief video holds demonstrate the position; follow your planned hold time rather than the clip length.
Forcing the elbow backward or through shoulder pain.
Arching the lower back or flaring the ribs to gain overhead range.
Bouncing at the end of the stretch.
Holding the breath or rushing the release.
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