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Seated Overhead Stretch

Stretching · No equipment · Beginner
Seated Overhead Stretch, starting positionSeated Overhead Stretch, end position

How to do it

  1. Sit up straight on an exercise mat.
  2. Touch the soles of your feet together with your feet six to eight inches in front of your hips.
  3. Place one hand on the floor beside you and your other hand behind your head.
  4. Lift your elbow to the ceiling as you incline your torso to the other side. Hold for 10 to 20 seconds, then switch sides.

Works

Abdominals

When to stop

Stop and rest if you feel chest pain or pressure, are more short of breath than you'd expect, feel dizzy or faint, or have sudden pain. If chest pain or faintness doesn't pass when you rest, call 911.

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