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Tricep Side Stretch

Overhead triceps and side-body stretch performed gently with one elbow bent behind the head.

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Tricep Side Stretch demonstration

Exercise overview

Training details

Triceps

Equipment

Bodyweight

Sets × time

2 × 30 sec

Rest

45 sec

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 01Stand or sit tall and raise one arm overhead.
  2. 02Bend the elbow so the hand reaches down the upper back.
  3. 03Use the opposite hand to guide the raised elbow gently inward and slightly toward the opposite side.
  4. 04Keep the ribs stacked and avoid forcing the shoulder as you feel the stretch through the triceps and side body.
  5. 05Hold while breathing steadily, release slowly, and switch arms.

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