Shoulder Stretch Version III
Improve flexibility & relieve tension with this deep shoulder stretch. Perfect for athletes or anyone seeking upper body mobility.
The Shoulder Stretch Version III mainly works the shoulders, back and triceps, with help from the chest and traps. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
Shoulder Stretch Version III Muscles Worked
Primary
Lats (latissimus dorsi); Rear Shoulder (Delts) (posterior deltoid); Shoulder Rotator (subscapularis); Triceps (triceps brachii)
Secondary
Rhomboids (Shoulder Blade) (rhomboids, major & minor); Upper Traps (trapezius, upper fibers); Upper Chest (pectoralis major, clavicular head); Chest (pectoralis major, sternal head)
Shoulder Stretch Version III Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Shoulder Stretch Version III
Stand upright with your feet shoulder-width apart.
Reach one arm overhead and bend the elbow so that your hand reaches down towards the middle of your back. This is the upper arm in the stretch.
With your other hand, reach behind your back and try to grab the opposite hand or wrist. This is the lower arm in the stretch.
Gently pull the upper arm down and the lower arm up until you feel a stretch in the shoulder of the upper arm and the tricep area. Be careful not to pull too hard; the goal is to feel a gentle stretch, not pain.
Hold the stretch for 15-30 seconds, breathing deeply and keeping the rest of your body relaxed.
Release the stretch gently and switch arms, repeating the stretch on the other side.
Make sure to perform this stretch in a controlled manner and avoid any jerking movements that could cause injury. If you feel any pain or discomfort beyond a normal stretch, stop immediately and adjust your positioning.
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Shoulder Stretch Version III FAQs
What muscles does the Shoulder Stretch Version III work?
The Shoulder Stretch Version III mainly works the shoulders, back and triceps, with help from the chest and traps. The main muscles are the latissimus dorsi, posterior deltoid, subscapularis and triceps brachii.
What equipment do you need for the Shoulder Stretch Version III?
None. The Shoulder Stretch Version III is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
What are some Shoulder Stretch Version III variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Shoulder Stretch Version IV, Arm-Up Rotator Stretch, Behind-Neck Arms-Forward and Back & Shoulder Stretch.
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