How to do the shoulder cross stretch

Instructions for shoulder cross:

Start lying on your stomach with your arms in front of you.

Lift your upper body slightly off the floor and move your left arm to the right side of your body beneath your right arm.

Lower your head and upper body to the floor, tucking your left shoulder beneath your chin.

Crawl your right arm forward to further the stretch.

What does shoulder cross help with?

Flexibility

What areas does shoulder cross exercise?

Shoulders, Upper Back, Triceps

How is shoulder cross performed?

Floor

When should you avoid shoulder cross?

Vertigo, Dizziness, Pregnancy, High Blood Pressure, Heart Condition

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