Upper Body: Tricep Stretch

Muscles Used: Triceps (Mid Posterior Arm)

Equipment Needed: None

Instructions:

1. Stand up straight, with knees slightly bent.
2. Place feet hip distance apart.
3. Make sure toes are pointing forward.
4. Keep shoulders even as you complete this stretch.
5. Bend right arm at elbow joint, lift arm next to your head.
6. Position right fingers so they touch the shoulder blade area.
7. Place left arm across top of head, and place left hand on the right elbow to gently support the arm during this stretch (see photo).
8. Feel the stretch in your right tricep.
9. Inhale (breathe in) through your nose, and exhale (breathe out) through your mouth, as you complete this stretch.
10. Hold stretch for 30 seconds.
11. Repeat steps 5-10 on the opposite side, using right hand to stretch left tricep.

Remember:

• Keep your back straight (not arched).
• Continue to breathe.

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