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Visual demonstration of the Overhead Triceps Stretch Side Angle exercise

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Difficulty
Beginner
Movement type
Strength
Primary muscles
Triceps
Secondary muscles
Shoulders
Equipment
Bodyweight
Exercise guide

Overhead Triceps Stretch Side Angle

4 steps Updated 29/08/2026

Overhead Triceps Stretch Side Angle is a bodyweight exercise targeting Triceps (Triceps Brachii).

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How to perform it

  1. Stand upright with your feet shoulder-width apart.
  2. Raise your right arm overhead and bend your elbow, reaching your right hand down towards your upper back.
  3. Bring your left arm overhead and hold your right elbow with your left hand, gently pulling your right elbow to the left side to deepen the stretch. Hold this position for 15-30 seconds.
  4. Release the stretch and return to the starting position. Repeat on the left side by raising your left arm overhead and bending your elbow, using your right hand to assist with the stretch. Alternate sides for the desired number of repetitions.
Overhead Triceps Stretch Side Angle

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