Foam Roller Prayer Stretch

Exercise Overview

FOAM ROLL PRAYER STRETCH | FOAM ROLLER PRAYER STRETCH This is a latissimus dorsi stretch and thoracic extension mobility exercise that uses a foam roller. Be sure to do this exercise on soft flooring or mat. Place your hands on the foam roller and sit back onto your calves. Place the base of your palms on the foam roller and stretch out your arms overhead. Your hands will be wider than shoulder distance apart. Alternate holding the stretch for 5 seconds with pressing your hands downwards into the foam roller for 5 seconds.

Muscles Involved

Latissimus DorsiThoracic Spine

Related Conditions

Latissimus Dorsi DysfunctionUpper Cross SyndromeCervicothoracic Joint IrritationRotator Cuff TearShoulder Impingement

Equipment Needed

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