Back Slaps Wrap Around Stretch
Description
The back slaps wrap around stretch is a self massage and stretch drill that wraps the arms around the body. The mover hugs the body and gently slaps the upper back to stretch the rhomboids and rear delts. It is useful for upper back tightness.
Equipment Required
Back Slaps Wrap Around Stretch Instructions
- Stand with the feet hip width apart.
- Wrap the arms around the body in a self hug.
- Cross the arms so each hand reaches the opposite shoulder blade.
- Brace your core and keep the chest up.
- Bend forward at the hips slightly.
- Gently slap the back with the hands.
- Feel the stretch across the upper back.
- Release and repeat as needed.
Back Slaps Wrap Around Stretch Form & Visual
Back Slaps Wrap Around Stretch Benefits
- Stretches the upper back
- Releases the rhomboids
- Strong recovery move
- Useful warm-up
- Builds upper back mobility
Back Slaps Wrap Around Stretch Muscles Worked
- Rhomboids
- Posterior deltoid
- Trapezius
Back Slaps Wrap Around Stretch Variations & Alternatives
- Cross Body Stretch
- Eagle Arms
- Thread the Needle
- Cat Cow
