Shoulder Flexion Stretch
Starting Posture
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and your arms hanging naturally at your sides.
How to Exercise
Slowly lift your right arm straight up towards the ceiling, keeping it close to your ear. Reach as high as you comfortably can without straining. Hold the stretch for 15-30 seconds. Repeat on the left side.
Breath Control
Inhale as you lift your arm and exhale as you hold the stretch.
Common errors
Avoid arching your lower back excessively. Keep your core engaged and maintain a neutral spine throughout the stretch.
Weights
Grips
Variations
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Sample workouts with this movement
Fit! Programs featuring this exercise
FlagFit
Kyrie Fontana
Project Calisthenics
Simon Ata
Mobility for athletes
John Lindsey
Planche Fit!
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FlagFit
Kyrie Fontana
Project Calisthenics
Simon Ata
Mobility for athletes
John Lindsey
Planche Fit!
Gregoire Bellemare
Comments and tips
Focus on keeping your shoulders relaxed and avoid shrugging your shoulders. Only go as far as you can comfortably without causing pain.
Cautions
Avoid jerky movements and bouncing while doing this stretch. Stop if you feel any sharp pain or discomfort.