Fitness Training Exercises

Exercise: Upper Back - Praying Stretch

Equipment Required:

None

Starting Position:

In all-fours position with a straight back (I.e., flat, parallel to floor) and head aligned with spine.

Actions To Execute Exercise:

Slowly sit back on heels and stretch arms out in front of body.
Keep feet relaxed with the tops of feet on the floor.
Move the thumbs together and gently press the underarms toward the floor.
Hold; relax and return to starting position.

What The Exercise Does:

Stretches the shoulders, and upper back.

Precautions / Contraindications:

Do not place all your weight on heels; sit back only enough so that buttocks gently touch heels.
This exercise may be contraindicated for some individuals with knee problems.

Fitness Training Tips:

This is a flexibility stretch.

 

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