Overhead Triceps Stretch

A static stretch held after your workout, bending one arm behind your head and pressing the elbow to lengthen the triceps.

Stretching · Recommended Sets: Hold 30 seconds x 2 reps each side · Triceps, Lats

Overhead Triceps Stretch — Points to Check Today

  • Press the elbow only lightly, to a pull — The triceps is a small muscle, so pressing too hard strains the elbow joint. (Yanking the elbow hard until the joint aches)
  • Don't arch the lower back — Arching the back to push the arm over strains the lower back. (Leaning the torso back to push the arm over further)
  • Reduce the range if the shoulder hurts — If the shoulder is stiff, there's no need to force it; stretch only within a comfortable range. (Toughing out shoulder pain and pushing the arm all the way over)

Overhead Triceps Stretch — How to Do It / If You're New

  1. Standing or seated, raise one arm overhead and bend the elbow so your hand drops toward your upper back.
  2. With your other hand, grasp the bent elbow and gently press it back behind your head.
  3. Stop where you feel the back of the arm (triceps) lengthen and hold for 30 seconds.
  4. Slowly release the arm and repeat the same way on the other side.