Shoulder Stretch
Muscle Groups: Shoulders
Shoulder Stretch focuses on Shoulders, with Traps working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Shoulder Stretch with proper form and technique.
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Stand or sit tall with your shoulders relaxed and back straight.
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Extend your right arm straight out in front of you, then bring it across your body towards your left shoulder.
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Use your left hand to gently press on your right elbow, pulling your right arm further across your chest.
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Feel the stretch in your right shoulder and hold for the desired duration.
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Release the stretch and repeat the movement with your left arm crossing your body.
Secondary Muscles
While Shoulder Stretch primarily targets Shoulders , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Traps . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
If you enjoyed Shoulder Stretch, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Shoulder Stretch, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
