How to do Standing One Arm Hug
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Standing One Arm Hug is a standing stretch for your triceps, shoulders and lats. Do it on one side, then switch.
Step by step
- 1Stand tall with your back straight and arms at your sides.
- 2Extend one arm across your body toward the opposite shoulder.
- 3Use your other arm to gently pull the extended arm closer to your chest.
What you should feel
Let both shoulders stay low.
Form tips
- Keep your posture upright. Avoid leaning to the sides. Relax your extended arm.
- Feel the back of your right shoulder slowly open.
- Gentle… no need to pull hard.
Make it easier
If your shoulder pinches, let the arm cross a little lower.
Coming out of it
Let your arm go… and lower both arms by your sides.
Muscles it works
Move slowly and stop if anything hurts. This is general guidance, not medical advice; check with a professional if you're injured or recovering.
Do Standing One Arm Hug with a coach
In BendEase, a voice coach talks you into Standing One Arm Hug, cues you through the hold and tells you when to switch sides, while the guided video shows you exactly how. It's built into routines for your triceps and shoulders.
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