Prayer Stretch to Finger Press
The Prayer Stretch to Finger Press mainly works the back and triceps, with help from the shoulders and chest. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
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Prayer Stretch to Finger Press Muscles Worked
Primary
Lats (latissimus dorsi); Triceps (triceps brachii)
Secondary
Front Shoulder (anterior deltoid); Upper Chest (pectoralis major, clavicular head)
How to do the Prayer Stretch to Finger Press
Setup
Begin by kneeling on a yoga mat.
Lower your hips back towards your heels and extend your arms forward on the floor. This is the child's pose starting position.
Movement
From child's pose, bring your palms together in a prayer position near your forehead.
Carefully bend your elbows to bring your hands behind your head while keeping your triceps rested on the floor.
Maintain a deep stretch through your lats and shoulders.
To perform the "Finger Press" variation, periodically press your palms and fingers firmly against each other while maintaining the prayer stretch to intensify the engagement in the forearms and shoulders.
Hold the position, focusing on deep breathing and relaxing into the stretch.
Prayer Stretch to Finger Press FAQs
What muscles does the Prayer Stretch to Finger Press work?
The Prayer Stretch to Finger Press mainly works the back and triceps, with help from the shoulders and chest. The main muscles are the latissimus dorsi and triceps brachii.
What equipment do you need for the Prayer Stretch to Finger Press?
None. The Prayer Stretch to Finger Press is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
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