Tricep Reach-Back Stretch
Sit in a chair or stand tall, bend one arm behind your back with palm facing out, then use the opposite hand to gently press the elbow further back and down. Alternate sides.
How to do the Tricep Reach-Back Stretch
- Sit in a chair or stand tall.
- Bend one arm behind your back with palm facing out.
- Then use the opposite hand to gently press the elbow further back and down. Alternate sides.
What it targets
Primary muscle groups: Triceps, Shoulders.
Commonly included in conservative-care programs for: Shoulder Impingement.
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