Standing Front Elbow-Tap to Overhead Cross
Improve shoulder mobility! Reach new heights with this dynamic stretch. Great for warm-ups or active recovery.
The Standing Front Elbow-Tap to Overhead Cross mainly works the shoulders, with help from the traps and back. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
Standing Front Elbow-Tap to Overhead Cross Muscles Worked
Primary
Front Shoulder (anterior deltoid); Side Shoulder (lateral deltoid)
Secondary
Upper Traps (trapezius, upper fibers); Boxer Muscle (serratus anterior)
Standing Front Elbow-Tap to Overhead Cross Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Standing Front Elbow-Tap to Overhead Cross
Standing Front Elbow Touch to Overhead Cross
Positioning
Stand up straight with your feet shoulder-width apart.
Relax your arms at your sides.
Movement Instructions
Lift your right arm and bend your elbow, bringing your right hand to touch your forehead.
Hold for a moment to engage the muscles in your shoulder.
Now, extend your right arm upward, reaching above your head.
Cross your right arm over your head towards the left side of your body.
Hold the stretch for a few seconds.
Return to the starting position by bringing your right arm back to your side.
Repeat the entire sequence with your left arm, starting with the touch to your forehead, then extending and crossing it over your head.
Perform 5-10 repetitions on each side, focusing on smooth and controlled movements.
Tips
Keep your core engaged to maintain balance.
Move gently to avoid straining your muscles.
Make sure to breathe deeply throughout the exercise.
Standing Front Elbow-Tap to Overhead Cross FAQs
What muscles does the Standing Front Elbow-Tap to Overhead Cross work?
The Standing Front Elbow-Tap to Overhead Cross mainly works the shoulders, with help from the traps and back. The main muscles are the anterior deltoid and lateral deltoid.
What equipment do you need for the Standing Front Elbow-Tap to Overhead Cross?
None. The Standing Front Elbow-Tap to Overhead Cross is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
What are some Standing Front Elbow-Tap to Overhead Cross variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Criss-Cross Arm Outer Rotation, Criss-Cross Arm Lift, Elbow-Tap to Outer Throw and Shoulder Arm-Forward & Cross-Over Rotation.
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