Curated Action

Standing Forward Fold with Interlaced Shoulder Opener

Yoga

Standing Forward Fold with Interlaced Shoulder Opener is a reusable training action. Review its coaching notes and targets below.

Reusable training actionVideo demonstration51 sec

Training Details

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Standing Forward Fold with Interlaced Shoulder Opener

Stand up, interlace fingers behind the back, press palms together, internally rotate upper arms, open chest, and fold forward to stretch the anterior deltoids.

Key points

  • Press palms together and internally rotate upper arm bones before opening wide
  • Fold at hips, allowing knuckles to drape overhead toward the floor
  • Shake head gently to release tension from the cervical spine

Common mistakes

Forcing the shoulders forward with bent wrists or locking knees rigidly.

Sets: 1Rest: 20 secEst. duration: 51 sec
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