Adduction of Arm in Back Stretch
One arm behind the back, the other hand draws its wrist across toward the far hip; the side of the shoulder stretches.
How to do it
Setup
Standing tall, one arm behind the back, the other hand holding its wrist.
Steps
- Draw the wrist across the back toward the other side.
- Keep the shoulders level and the chest open.
- Hold and breathe, then switch arms.
Common mistakes
Jerking the arm across: draw it slowly and stop at a pull. Leaning toward the pulling hand: stand tall; only the arm travels. Shoulder hitching up: let it sink first.
Breathing
Slow and even through the hold.
