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over head ab stretch to back stretch

Improves mobility and flexibility for back, core

Mobility & StretchingBeginnerMobilityStretch

At a glance

Muscles workedPrimary: back (lats, rhomboids). Secondary: biceps, rear delts
Muscle groupMobility & Stretching
DifficultyBeginner
TypeMobility · Stretch
Sets & reps2 sets × 20-40 seconds each side
Estimated calories burned~15 kcal

How to do it

  1. Step 1: Setup — get into the starting position for over head ab stretch to back stretch.
  2. Step 2: Engage your core and set your posture.
  3. Step 3: Perform the movement with control through the full range.
  4. Step 4: Squeeze the target muscles at the peak of the movement.
  5. Step 5: Return slowly to the start and repeat for the prescribed reps.

Equipment

Coaching tips

Benefits

Improves mobility and flexibility for back, core

Common mistakes

Forcing the range of motion or holding the breath

Make it harder

Add a pause at the top or increase time under tension

Make it easier

Reduce range of motion or use support

Breathing

Slow deep breathing throughout

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