Cactus Arms Stretch

Difficulty

Beginner

Position

Standing

Type

Static stretching

Sides

Single position

Hold time

15–45 s per set in our routines

How to do the Cactus Arms Stretch

1. Sit or stand tall with arms relaxed by your sides.
2. Lift your arms to shoulder height, bend elbows to ninety degrees, and turn palms forward.
3. Keep elbows level with shoulders while squeezing shoulder blades together to open the chest.

Tips

• Draw shoulders away from your ears so the neck stays long.
• Gaze straight ahead and breathe into the stretch across your chest.

Adjustments

• Lower the elbows slightly if the shoulders feel cranky.
• Stand against a wall to help you maintain alignment.

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