For men Difficulty 1/5
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Cross-Body Shoulder StretchExercise demonstration
For men
Cross-Body Shoulder Stretch
ArmsBackDifficulty 1/5Standing
How to do it
- Bring one straight arm across your chest at shoulder height.
- Use the other arm to draw it gently closer without raising your shoulder, then switch sides.
What to feel
A gentle stretch across the back of your shoulder and upper back.
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