Plucking Stars and Changing Constellations
Uses an overhead reaching pattern to encourage shoulder mobility, side-body length and coordinated trunk control.
At a glance
| Muscles worked | Primary: shoulders, lats & lateral core. Secondary: hips and legs |
|---|---|
| Muscle group | Full Body |
| Difficulty | Beginner |
| Type | Mobility · Stretch |
| Sets & reps | 1 sets × 60s |
| Estimated calories burned | ~5 kcal |
| Equipment | None needed |
How to do it
- Stand tall with a stable base.
- Reach one arm upward while the opposite arm and body create the prescribed counter-position.
- Lengthen through the side body without forcing the spine.
- Hold the posture with the hips and feet controlled.
- Hold for the prescribed duration, then repeat on the other side.
Coaching tips
Benefits
Uses an overhead reaching pattern to encourage shoulder mobility, side-body length and coordinated trunk control.
Common mistakes
Avoid forcing the overhead reach, twisting the knees or collapsing the lower back.
Make it harder
Increase the hold and reach gradually while keeping the pelvis stable.
Make it easier
Reduce the reach or keep the knees slightly bent.
Breathing
Inhale to lengthen upward; exhale slowly while maintaining the position.
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