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