Stick Lat Stretch
Expert Advice
Keep your shoulders down and away from your ears to maximize the stretch in your lats.
How-to-do Steps
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart.
- Hold a stick above your head with a wide grip.
- Gently lean to one side, keeping your arms straight.
- Hold the stretch for 20-30 seconds.
- Return to the starting position and lean to the other side.
- Repeat for the desired number of sets.
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Muscles Worked
Stick Lat Stretch primarily targets the Shoulders, Lats, Triceps, with Stretching mechanics using Stick. Understanding muscle activation patterns helps you focus on proper engagement and maximize training effectiveness.
Primary
Shoulders33%
Lats33%
Triceps34%
Equipment
Stick
Exercise Type
Stretching
Sets & Reps Guidance
Beginner3 x 20s
Intermediate3 x 30s
Advanced4 x 45s
Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does Stick Lat Stretch work?
Stick Lat Stretch primarily targets the Shoulders, Lats, Triceps. It is classified as a Stretching exercise performed with Stick.
How many sets and reps should I do for Stick Lat Stretch?
For beginners, start with 3 sets of 20s. Intermediate lifters can do 3 sets of 30s. Advanced athletes can push to 4 sets of 45s. Adjust based on your goals and recovery capacity.
Is Stick Lat Stretch suitable for beginners?
Stick Lat Stretch is rated as intermediate difficulty. Beginners may want to start with lighter loads or simpler variations and progress to this exercise as their strength and coordination improve.
