How to do the overhead reach stretch

Instructions for overhead reach:

Sitting with your back straight, sweep your arms out to the sides and then up toward the ceiling, bringing your hands together overhead.

Straighten your elbows and relax your shoulders downward.

What does overhead reach help with?

Flexibility

What areas does overhead reach exercise?

Neck, Shoulders, Spine

How is overhead reach performed?

Sitting

When should you avoid overhead reach?

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Posture Reset

Improve your posture with seated stretches designed to correct habitual posture problems by increasing flexibility in the shoulders, back, and neck.

4 mins