overhead triceps stretch
The overhead triceps stretch is a static stretching exercise that targets the triceps and also stretches the shoulders. It is performed by extending one arm overhead, bending at the elbow, and using the opposite hand to gently pull the elbow for a deeper stretch.
Difficulty
Equipment: Bodyweight
Duration: 45seconds
Calories: ~3/per minute
FLEXIBILITY
Target Muscle
tricepsUPPER PUSH
Secondary Muscles
shoulders
Instructions
- Stand or sit upright with your feet shoulder-width apart.
- Extend one arm overhead, bending at the elbow so that your hand reaches towards the opposite shoulder blade.
- With your other hand, gently pull the elbow of the extended arm towards the opposite side of your head, feeling a stretch in your triceps.
- Hold the stretch for 15-30 seconds, then release.
- Repeat on the other side.
