Leaning Lats Stretch

StretchShoulderBackFunctional Back Line
Written By David Song

LEANING LATS STRETCH

This stretch can be done lightly prior to working out to increase overhead mobility in externally rotated shoulder positions. Use an underhand grip to grab a racked barbell or handrail with your target side’s arm. Reinforce the grip using your other hand. Lean back with the hips and downwards with the torso to stretch out the shoulder and back.

Muscles Involved:

  • Latissimus Dorsi

  • Back Functional Line

Related Conditions:

  • Latissimus Dorsi Strain

  • Mechanical Low Back Pain

  • Non-Specific Low Back Pain

  • Shoulder Pain

  • Shoulder Impingement

  • Rotator Cuff Tear

  • Sacroiliac Joint Pain

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