Target Muscle

    Triceps

    Equipment

    Body Weight

    Difficulty

    Beginner

    Category

    Stretching

    ArmsBody Weight

    Tricep Stretch

    A static stretch targeting the tricep and shoulders, performed by extending one arm overhead and gently pulling the elbow with the opposite hand.

    Also Works

    Shoulders

    How to Perform

    1. 1

      Stand or sit upright with your back straight.

    2. 2

      Extend one arm overhead, bending it at the elbow.

    3. 3

      Place your opposite hand on the bent elbow and gently pull it towards your head.

    4. 4

      Hold the stretch for 15-30 seconds, feeling a gentle stretch in your triceps.

    5. 5

      Release the stretch and repeat on the other arm.

    Pro Tips

    • •Gently press your elbow with the opposite hand rather than yanking it to avoid overstretching the joint.
    • •Keep your spine tall and avoid arching your lower back as you reach the arm overhead.
    • •Breathe deeply and hold for at least 20 seconds per side to allow the muscle to fully relax and lengthen.

    Common Mistakes

    • •Tilting the head forward or to the side, which changes spinal alignment and reduces the effectiveness of the stretch.
    • •Pulling the elbow too aggressively, which can strain the shoulder joint rather than stretch the tricep.
    • •Rushing through the stretch without holding long enough for any real tissue benefit.

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