Exercise

Overhead Stretch

Also known as: overhead reach stretch, torso reach stretch, standing arm extension, tall stretch

Overhead Stretch is a compound exercise for the abdominals. Main target: upper abs. Also works: middle chest, forearm flexors, lower lats and triceps long head. No equipment needed — just your bodyweight.

EquipmentBodyweight

TypeCompound (multi-joint)

MovementStatic hold

CategoryStretching

Muscles worked

Primary

Upper abs

Secondary

Middle chest Forearm flexors Lower lats Triceps long head

How to do it

Standing straight up, lace your fingers together and open your palms to the ceiling. Keep your shoulders down as you extend your arms up.
To create a full torso stretch, pull your tailbone down and stabilize your torso as you do this. Stretch the muscles on both the front and the back of the torso.