Bench upper-back stretch

At home Everyone

EasyAbout 3 minOn your own

Kneeling with the elbows on a bench and sinking the chest down. Stretches the lats and upper back so the arms go overhead freely.

Set up

Kneel facing a bench or chair, holding a stick or broom handle with the palms up and the elbows on the bench.

You need: A bench or chair, and a stick or broom handle

Breathe out, push the hips back and let the head and chest sink between the arms
Bend the elbows to bring the stick towards the back of your neck
Come back up

Easier

A smaller range.

Harder

Hold the bottom for two breaths.