Behind-the-Back Bicep Stretch

Interlace your fingers behind your back, straighten your arms, and lift your hands away from your body while expanding your chest forward.

30s holdIntermediateStandingNo equipment

How to do the Behind-the-Back Bicep Stretch

  1. Interlace your fingers behind your back.
  2. Straighten your arms.
  3. And lift your hands away from your body while expanding your chest forward.

What it targets

Primary muscle groups: Biceps, Shoulders, Chest.

Commonly included in conservative-care programs for: Postural Kyphosis, Shoulder Impingement.

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This page is for educational purposes and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. See peer-reviewed sources for these recommendations, and always consult a qualified healthcare provider for new, severe, or persistent symptoms.