Stick Shoulder Stretch
Improve shoulder mobility with the Stick Shoulder Stretch. Great for posture and flexibility!
Required Equipment
Muscle Groups
Primary
Secondary
Instructions
1. Stand upright with your feet shoulder-width apart.
2. Hold a stick or a dowel rod in front of you with an overhand grip, wider than shoulder-width apart.
3. Keeping your arms straight, raise the stick overhead and then gently lower it down behind your back as far as you can without causing discomfort.
4. Hold this position, gently stretching your shoulders, for 10-30 seconds. Ensure not to arch your back excessively.
5. Bring the stick back overhead and then return it to the starting position in front of you.
6. For additional stretches, you can also: - Lean to one side while holding the stick overhead to engage the lateral muscles of your torso and further stretch your shoulders. - Perform a shoulder stretch by holding the stick in one hand behind your back, and with the other hand, grab the bottom end of the stick and gently pull it downward, stretching the triceps and the shoulder of the arm that's grabbing the high end of the stick. Hold this stretch for 10-30 seconds.
7. Switch hands to stretch the other side (if performing unilateral stretches).
8. Repeat the stretch 1-3 times per side as needed.