This illustrated guide to stretching focuses on the upper body. This guide covers the following stretches: Neck or Trap stretch, Shoulder stretch, Triceps stretch, Chest stretch, Upper Back, and Wrist stretch. See Also: The lower body stretch guide which covers: Back, Ankle stretch, Hamstring stretch, Glute stretch, Quad stretch, and Hip Flexor stretches. Upper Body

Flexibility is one of the key components of a balanced fitness program. Without flexibility training (stretching), you are missing an important part of overall health. Flexibility prevents injury, increases your range of motion, promotes relaxation, improves performance and posture, reduces stress and keeps your body feeling loose and agile. Although there is still some controversy