Triceps · Body weight · Beginner
How to do Overhead Triceps Stretch
The overhead triceps stretch is a static stretching exercise that targets the triceps and also stretches the shoulders. It is performed by extending one arm overhead, bending at the elbow, and using the opposite hand to gently pull the elbow for a deeper stretch.
- Primary muscle
- Triceps
- Also works
- Shoulders
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Level
- Beginner
- Category
- Triceps
How to do Overhead Triceps Stretch, step by step
- Stand or sit upright with your feet shoulder-width apart.
- Extend one arm overhead, bending at the elbow so that your hand reaches towards the opposite shoulder blade.
- With your other hand, gently pull the elbow of the extended arm towards the opposite side of your head, feeling a stretch in your triceps.
- Hold the stretch for 15-30 seconds, then release.
- Repeat on the other side.
Track Overhead Triceps Stretch in SPLYT
Overhead Triceps Stretch is already in SPLYT’s exercise library. Log your sets, reps and weight on iPhone or Apple Watch, with last time’s weights already filled in.
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