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Towel Behind-Back Shoulder Stretch

The Towel Behind-Back Shoulder Stretch mainly works the shoulders. You'll need: towel.

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Required Equipment

Towel
Towel

Towel Behind-Back Shoulder Stretch Muscles Worked

Primary

Rotator Cuff (infraspinatus); Shoulder Rotator (subscapularis)

Secondary

Small Rotator (teres minor); Front Shoulder (anterior deltoid)

How to do the Towel Behind-Back Shoulder Stretch

  1. Stand tall and hold a towel vertically behind your back with both hands.

  2. Reach one arm over your shoulder and the other arm up your lower back to grip the towel.

  3. Gently pull upward with your top hand to stretch the lower shoulder.

  4. Hold the stretch for 20 to 30 seconds while breathing smoothly and keeping your posture upright.

  5. Slowly release the tension, lower your arms, and switch arm positions to stretch the other side.

Towel Behind-Back Shoulder Stretch FAQs

What muscles does the Towel Behind-Back Shoulder Stretch work?

The Towel Behind-Back Shoulder Stretch mainly works the shoulders. The main muscles are the infraspinatus and subscapularis.

What equipment do you need for the Towel Behind-Back Shoulder Stretch?

Towel.

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