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Reach Behind Opener
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Improve shoulder mobility & posture! Stretch your chest and shoulders with the Reach Behind Opener. Simple, effective, & requires no equipment.
Mr. Grey Smith
@JustHim_wo_you
Required Equipment
Muscle Groups
Primary
Secondary
Instructions
1. Stand upright with your feet shoulder-width apart.
2. Reach both arms behind your back, and with one hand, grab the opposite wrist or forearm. For a deeper stretch, you can move to grasping the elbows.
3. Gently pull the arm being held toward the opposite side, feeling a stretch in the shoulder and across the chest.
4. Keep your back straight and your shoulders relaxed, avoiding any hunching or straining.
5. Hold the stretch for 15-30 seconds, breathing deeply and evenly.
6. Release the hold gently and repeat with the other arm.
7. Perform the stretch 2-3 times for each arm.
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