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Shoulders

Shoulder Stretch

Shoulder Stretch (Start)Shoulder Stretch (End)

A cross-body stretch for the back of the shoulder in which you pull one arm across your chest with the opposite hand.

Primary musclesShoulders

Setup

  1. 1Stand or sit tall with your shoulders relaxed.
  2. 2Bring one arm straight across your chest at about shoulder height.

How to perform

  1. 1Hook your other forearm or hand around the upper arm, just above the elbow.
  2. 2Gently pull the arm toward your chest until you feel a stretch across the back of the shoulder.
  3. 3Keep both shoulders level and avoid twisting your torso.
  4. 4Hold for 20-30 seconds, then release and switch sides.

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