Form cues
- Lift chest tall
- Keep elbows soft
- Open shoulders
- Avoid slumping
Exercise
Reverse Dip Stretch
Upper arms, body weight
A stretch targeting the triceps and shoulders by extending the arms behind the body and lowering the torso.
Target: triceps. Also works: deltoids, pectorals.
This one is filed as mobility. It shows in warm-up and cool-down, and in search.
Steps
- Sit with legs extended and arms behind your hips.
- Place hands flat on the floor, fingers pointing forward.
- Press through your palms to lift your chest up.
- Keep your arms long without locking elbows.
- Hold for the stretch, then slowly lower and relax.
Common mistakes
- Locking elbows tightly
- Letting shoulders round forward
- Overarching lower back
Breathing
Breathe deeply and steadily throughout the stretch.
In the app, search for Reverse Dip Stretch and add it to a workout.