Try this easy routine.
But after this weeks intense upper-body work, you may also be feeling a little sore.
So today, Joi is taking you through an active recovery with a much-needed 9-minute upper-body stretch.
One pro tip for getting the most out of your upper body stretches?
Hold each move forat least thirty seconds.
It takes that long for your muscles to realize: Oh!
So give yourself permission to do some serious relaxing, andlets get stretching.
6 tension-relieving upper-body stretches
1.
Cat cow:Get ready to feel good all over with a classic upper-body tension-reliever.
On your inhale, bring your head down, and lift your upper back up towards the sky.
With your exhale, tilt your chin up and bring your belly down to the ground.
Take your time with this oneit should feel super yummy.
six-year fitness industry veteran who currently works with Centr
confirm to stay on each side for a few luxurious breaths to really reap the benefits of the move.
Extend your arms back out and repeat, making sure to alternate which arm lands on top.
Standing tricep stretch:Time to stretch the back of those arms, aka yourtriceps.
Still standing, reach your right arm up over your head and bend it backwards.
Standing shoulder stretch:Next up, an oldie but a goodie.
Take one arm across your body, cradling your elbow in your other hand, and gently pull.
check that to hit the right side, and youre all done.
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