Seated Overhead Stretch

Seated Overhead Stretch — Start position — Start position

Seated Overhead Stretch — End position — End position

Region: Lumbar & Core
Equipment: None
Category: Stretching
Level: Beginner
Mechanic: isolation
Force: static

Muscles worked

abdominals

Filled = primary · Outlined = secondary

Source: Free Exercise DB (public domain)

How to perform

Sit up straight on an exercise mat.
Touch the soles of your feet together with your feet six to eight inches in front of your hips.
Place one hand on the floor beside you and your other hand behind your head.
Lift your elbow to the ceiling as you incline your torso to the other side. Hold for 10 to 20 seconds, then switch sides.

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