Hands Overhead Lat Warm Up Stretch
Overhead lat stretch
BackBeginnerMobilityStretch
At a glance
| Muscles worked | Primary: Lats |
|---|---|
| Muscle group | Back |
| Difficulty | Beginner |
| Type | Mobility · Stretch |
| Sets & reps | 3 sets × 20-40 seconds |
| Estimated calories burned | ~25 kcal |
| Equipment | None needed |
How to do it
- Step 1: Stand tall
- Step 2: Clasp hands overhead
- Step 3: Reach up and slightly back
- Step 4: Feel lat stretch
- Step 5: Hold and breathe
Coaching tips
Benefits
Overhead lat stretch
Common mistakes
Overarching lower back
Make it harder
Side bend variation
Make it easier
Seated version
Breathing
Deep slow breathing
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