Overhead Triceps Stretch
One arm reaches up and bends so the hand drops between the shoulder blades, the other hand easing the elbow back; held for time.
How to do it
Setup
Standing or seated tall, one arm reaching straight up, shoulders down.
Steps
- Bend the elbow and let the hand drop down the middle of the back.
- Rest the other hand just above the elbow and ease it back.
- Hold and breathe, then switch arms.
Common mistakes
Pushing the head forward under the arm: the head stays upright, behind the elbow. Arching the lower back to go deeper: ribs down. Yanking the elbow: light pressure is enough.
Breathing
Slow and even through the hold.
