Cross-Body Tricep Stretch

Bend one arm and place your hand toward your opposite shoulder blade, then use the other hand to press the back of the elbow further across your chest.

30s each sideBeginnerStandingNo equipment

How to do the Cross-Body Tricep Stretch

  1. Bend one arm and place your hand toward your opposite shoulder blade.
  2. Then use the other hand to press the back of the elbow further across your chest.

What it targets

Primary muscle groups: Triceps, Shoulders.

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

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