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Overhead 90-To-90 Reach

Improve hip mobility & flexibility with the Overhead 90-To-90 Reach. Perfect for all levels. Try it today!

The Overhead 90-To-90 Reach mainly works the back and core. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.

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Overhead 90-To-90 Reach Muscles Worked

Primary

Lats (latissimus dorsi); Obliques

Secondary

Boxer Muscle (serratus anterior); Deep Core (transverse abdominis)

How to do the Overhead 90-To-90 Reach

90 to 90 Overhead Reach Stretch

  1. Starting Position:

    • Sit on the floor with your left leg bent at a 90-degree angle in front of you, and your right leg bent at a 90-degree angle behind you, forming a “90-to-90” position.

    • Your left foot should be directly in front of your left knee and your right foot pointed backward behind your right knee.

  2. Hand Position:

    • Place your left hand on the floor beside your left hip for support.

    • Raise your right arm overhead, reaching towards the ceiling.

  3. Movement:

    • As you inhale, lengthen through your right side, reaching your right arm upwards.

    • As you exhale, lean your torso gently to the left, feeling the stretch along your right side.

  4. Hold Position:

    • Hold the stretch for 15 to 30 seconds, breathing deeply and relaxing into the stretch.

    • Ensure your left shoulder is relaxed and away from your ear.

  5. Returning:

    • Slowly return to the starting position by lifting your torso and lowering your right arm back to the floor.

  6. Switch Sides:

    • Repeat the stretch on the opposite side by switching your leg positions (right leg in front and left leg in back) and raising your left arm overhead.

  7. Repetitions:

    • Perform this stretch 2 to 4 times on each side, focusing on your breath and maintaining a comfortable range of motion.

Overhead 90-To-90 Reach FAQs

What muscles does the Overhead 90-To-90 Reach work?

The Overhead 90-To-90 Reach mainly works the back and core. The main muscles are the latissimus dorsi and obliques.

What equipment do you need for the Overhead 90-To-90 Reach?

None. The Overhead 90-To-90 Reach is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.

What are some Overhead 90-To-90 Reach variations and alternatives?

Similar exercises include the 90-To-90 Lean, 90-To-90 Switch, 90-To-90 and 90-To-90 Hip Lean.

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