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Standing Shoulder Inferior Capsule Stretch

Improve shoulder mobility with this simple stretch. Great for relieving tightness and increasing flexibility.

The Standing Shoulder Inferior Capsule Stretch mainly works the chest and triceps, with help from the back. You'll need: stretching stick.

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Required Equipment

Stretching Stick
Stretching Stick

Standing Shoulder Inferior Capsule Stretch Muscles Worked

Primary

Upper Chest (pectoralis major, clavicular head); Triceps (triceps brachii)

Secondary

Boxer Muscle (serratus anterior); Lats (latissimus dorsi)

Standing Shoulder Inferior Capsule Stretch Variations and Alternatives

How to do the Standing Shoulder Inferior Capsule Stretch

Standing Shoulder Inferior Capsule Stretch

Positioning

  1. Stand up straight with your feet shoulder-width apart.

  2. Keep your abdominal muscles engaged for stability.

  3. Relax your shoulders, allowing them to drop away from your ears.

Movement

  1. Raise your right arm overhead, bending your elbow so that your hand is positioned behind your head.

  2. Use your left hand to gently pull on your right elbow, enhancing the stretch in your arm and shoulder.

  3. Hold this position for 15-30 seconds, feeling the stretch in the shoulder area.

  4. Slowly release and return your right arm to the starting position.

  5. Repeat the stretch on the left side by raising your left arm overhead and pulling on your left elbow with your right hand.

  6. Hold for another 15-30 seconds.

Tips

  • Breathe deeply and steadily throughout the stretch.

  • Avoid forcing the stretch; only go as far as is comfortable.

  • If you feel any pain, ease off the stretch.

Standing Shoulder Inferior Capsule Stretch FAQs

What muscles does the Standing Shoulder Inferior Capsule Stretch work?

The Standing Shoulder Inferior Capsule Stretch mainly works the chest and triceps, with help from the back. The main muscles are the pectoralis major and triceps brachii.

What equipment do you need for the Standing Shoulder Inferior Capsule Stretch?

Stretching stick.

What are some Standing Shoulder Inferior Capsule Stretch variations and alternatives?

Similar exercises include the Back & Elbow Stretch, Reach Behind Opener, Pectorali Major Clavicular Roll-Ball Stretch and Side-Lying Wide Opener.

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