Reach Up Back Stretch
Raise the crossed arms overhead as high as they go; the lats along the sides of the back lengthen.
How to do it
Setup
Standing tall, arms straight ahead at shoulder level, crossed at the wrists.
Steps
- Raise the crossed arms as high as they reach.
- Tip the head slightly forward to reach higher.
- Hold, then lower and cross the other arm on top.
Common mistakes
Arching the lower back to reach higher: ribs down. Elbows bending: keep the arms long and crossed. Throwing the head back: let it tip slightly forward instead.
Breathing
Slow and even through the hold.
