Sleeper Stretch

Exercise Overview

This exercise is used to stretch into internal rotation (targets the shoulder external rotators). Lie down on your side with your top leg bent in front of your for extra support. Your bottom arm will be at shoulder level and elbow bent to 90 degrees. Keep the arm planted and use your other hand to pull it gently into internal rotation. Hold for 3-5 breaths and ease off of the stretch slowly.

Muscles Involved

InfraspinatusTeres MinorRotator Cuff

Related Conditions

Posterior Capsule ImpingementShoulder ImpingementRotator Cuff TearFrozen Shoulder

Equipment Needed

No equipment needed

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