Part 2: Upstream Mobility (Shoulders & Upper back)

The Scorpion Stretch

It is common to get tightness through the front of the shoulders and hips from the positions we are often in, sitting waiting for a climb, sitting at the work desk or even from doing compression/ shouldery moves on the wall.

 

The key with this one is to not simply rest into the shoulder but maintain an active position maintaining pressure from the palms pushing into the floor and moving through a comfortable range only.

 

Can start with 4-6 each way with a short pause at the end position for a breath in and out.

 

 

1/2 Kneeling Rotations

Keep the hips facing the front and maintain contact with the wall with the inside hip. This can help isolate the upper back that little bit more to get an effective stretch

 

Once again moving through a comfortable range for 4-6 reps each side

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