Behind Head Chest Stretch

Open your chest and shoulders with this assisted partner stretch.

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This assisted stretch helps release tension from prolonged sitting or upper-body workouts. It is often used in rehabilitation or cooldown routines.

Instructions

  1. Sit upright with your partner standing behind you.
  2. Place both hands behind your head with elbows pointing outward.
  3. Your partner should gently grasp your elbows and help pull them back to deepen the stretch.
  4. Hold the position for 10–30 seconds. Communicate to avoid overstretching.