Tricep Prayer Stretch
The Tricep Prayer Stretch mainly works the triceps, with help from the back and shoulders. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
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Tricep Prayer Stretch Muscles Worked
Primary
Triceps (triceps brachii)
Secondary
Lats (latissimus dorsi); Front Shoulder (anterior deltoid)
How to do the Tricep Prayer Stretch
Positioning
Begin by kneeling on a yoga mat with your knees about hip-width apart.
Sit back so that your glutes are resting near your heels.
Keep your back relatively straight as you prepare to lean forward.
Execution
Lean your torso forward, hinging at the hips, to bring your chest closer to the floor.
Place your elbows onto a stable surface, such as a yoga block (or directly on the floor if preferred).
Keep your hands pressed together in a "prayer" position, with palms facing each other.
Gently bend your elbows further, bringing your hands behind your head while keeping them pressed together.
Allow your head and upper back to drop through your shoulders to deepen the stretch in your triceps and lats.
Maintain a steady, controlled breath throughout the hold.
Tricep Prayer Stretch FAQs
What muscles does the Tricep Prayer Stretch work?
The Tricep Prayer Stretch mainly works the triceps, with help from the back and shoulders. The main muscles are the triceps brachii.
What equipment do you need for the Tricep Prayer Stretch?
None. The Tricep Prayer Stretch is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
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