Stretching – shoulder overhead stretch
Player reaches one arm overhead and gently stretches the shoulder and upper arm. This drill improves shoulder mobility and upper-body recovery.
Equipment
Open space
Coaching points
- Reach overhead gently
- Keep ribs down
- Avoid arching the lower back
- Relax the neck
Common mistakes
- Overarching the back
- Pulling too hard
- Shrugging shoulders
- Holding breath
Action video
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Difficulty
Beginner
Duration
25 seconds
Repetitions
1 × 1 sets
Touches
0
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