How to do the overhead reach stretch
![](/assets/stretch/overhead_reach.png)
Instructions for overhead reach:
Sitting with your back straight, sweep your arms out to the sides and then up toward the ceiling, bringing your hands together overhead.
Straighten your elbows and relax your shoulders downward.
What does overhead reach help with?
FlexibilityWhat areas does overhead reach exercise?
Neck, Shoulders, SpineHow is overhead reach performed?
SittingWhen should you avoid overhead reach?
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