Prone W-Stretch

Exercise Overview

The prone w stretch is used to target the internal rotators of the shoulder. Start by laying on your belly on a padded surface like a yoga mat. Abduct the shoulder to 90 degrees and bend the elbow to 90 degrees as well. With your palm facing down, prop the hand and wrist up with a yoga block while maintaining floor contact with your elbow. Hold this stretch for 20-30 seconds.

Muscles Involved

subscapularislatissimus dorsiteres majorpectoralis major

Related Conditions

osteolysis of the distal clavicleshoulder impingementrotator cuff tendinopathyfrozen shoulderlatissimus dorsi contracturepectoralis major contracture

Equipment Needed

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