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Reaching Up Shoulder Stretch
The Reaching Up Shoulder Stretch is a bodyweight exercise that targets the shoulders, with the traps assisting. Follow the 7 steps below and watch the demo to check your form.
- Target muscles
- Shoulders
- Also works
- Traps
- Equipment
- Bodyweight
- Body part
- Shoulders
Step by step
- Stand upright with feet shoulder-width apart.
- Reach one arm overhead as far as comfortable.
- Use your opposite hand to gently pull or support the raised arm if needed.
- Keep shoulders relaxed and avoid shrugging.
- Hold the stretch for 15-30 seconds while breathing deeply.
- Repeat on the opposite arm.
- Maintain proper posture throughout the stretch.
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