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Back and Shoulder Stretch
The Back and Shoulder Stretch is a bodyweight exercise that targets the traps, with the shoulders and spine assisting. Follow the 7 steps below and watch the demo to check your form.
- Target muscles
- Traps
- Also works
- Shoulders, Spine
- Equipment
- Bodyweight
- Body part
- Back, Shoulders
Step by step
- Stand upright with feet shoulder-width apart.
- Clasp your hands together in front of you at shoulder height.
- Round your upper back and push your arms forward, stretching the back and shoulders.
- Keep your torso upright and core engaged.
- Hold the stretch for the desired duration.
- Maintain steady breathing throughout.
- Release slowly and return to starting position.
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