Overhead Reach

Welcome to February!  This month’s WOW’s will focus on stretching out your shoulders.  The shoulder area is a complex joint and contains essential muscles and ligaments, which can become tight and tense with excessive computer use.  Try performing the stretch below if you start to develop tightness or tension in the shoulder area.

Exercise: Overhead reach.

How to perform: Start by sitting or standing up tall.  Interlace your fingers and reach your arms above your head.  Create length in the spine and arms and reach as high as you can.

Duration: Hold for 30 seconds.  This stretch loosens your shoulders and strengthens your hands and arms.