Stick Shoulders Stretch
Expert Advice
Move into the stretch slowly and avoid locking your elbows to prevent any strain on the joints.
How-to-do Steps
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart.
- Hold a stick in front of you with an overhand grip.
- Keeping your arms straight, slowly lift the stick overhead and then behind you as far as comfortable.
- Hold the stretch for 20-30 seconds.
- Return to the starting position and repeat for the desired number of sets.
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Muscles Worked
Stick Shoulders Stretch primarily targets the Quads, Shoulders, Lats, Chest, Abs, Calves, Traps, with Stretching mechanics using Stick. Understanding muscle activation patterns helps you focus on proper engagement and maximize training effectiveness.
Primary
Quads14%
Shoulders14%
Lats14%
Chest14%
Abs14%
Calves15%
Traps15%
Equipment
Stick
Exercise Type
Stretching
Sets & Reps Guidance
Beginner3 x 20s
Intermediate3 x 30s
Advanced4 x 45s
Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does Stick Shoulders Stretch work?
Stick Shoulders Stretch primarily targets the Quads, Shoulders, Lats, Chest, Abs, Calves, Traps. It is classified as a Stretching exercise performed with Stick.
How many sets and reps should I do for Stick Shoulders 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 Shoulders Stretch suitable for beginners?
Stick Shoulders 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.
