Intermediate · 4 min 30 sec

After Climbing

Gently stretch forearms, chest and hips after climbing; keep pressure light.

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4 min 30 secguided routine

Routine overview

What you’ll move through.

Move gently, breathe normally, and stay within a comfortable range. Stop if anything feels painful.

  1. 01

    Forearm stretch

    Seated · Focus: forearms, wrists.

    60s
  2. 02

    Wrist flexion

    Standing · Focus: wrists, forearms.

    30s
  3. 03

    One arm hug standing

    Standing · Focus: shoulders, upper back.

    60s
  4. 04

    Wall pecs

    Standing · Focus: chest, shoulders.

    60s
  5. 05

    Puppy pose

    Floor · Focus: shoulders, chest, back.

    30s
  6. 06

    Butterfly

    Floor · Focus: hips, inner thighs.

    30s

Step by step

How to do the routine.

How to do Forearm stretch

Step 1 · 60 seconds

Forearm stretch

  1. Sit tall and extend one arm forward, palm up.
  2. Use your other hand to gently draw the fingers down and back toward you.
  3. Release and change sides.
Helpful cue

Keep your shoulder relaxed and your elbow soft.

Make it gentler

For less intensity, reduce the pressure on your hand and keep the wrist movement small.

How to do Wrist flexion

Step 2 · 30 seconds

Wrist flexion

  1. Kneel and place the backs of your hands on the floor, fingers toward your knees.
  2. Keep most of your weight on your knees.
  3. Shift back very slightly until you feel a gentle stretch.
Helpful cue

Use minimal pressure and keep your elbows soft.

Make it gentler

For less intensity, reduce the pressure on your hand and keep the wrist movement small.

How to do One arm hug standing

Step 3 · 60 seconds

One arm hug standing

  1. Stand tall and bring one arm across your chest.
  2. Use your opposite forearm to gently draw it closer.
  3. Release and repeat on the other side.
Helpful cue

Keep the stretching shoulder down and the elbow below shoulder height.

Make it gentler

For less intensity, loosen the arm position and keep your shoulders relaxed.

How to do Wall pecs

Step 4 · 60 seconds

Wall pecs

  1. Stand beside a wall and place one forearm against it, elbow bent.
  2. Step gently forward and turn your chest away from that arm.
  3. Release and repeat on the other side.
Helpful cue

Keep your shoulder down and the stretch gentle.

Make it gentler

For less intensity, position your arm lower and take a smaller step or turn away.

How to do Puppy pose

Step 5 · 30 seconds

Puppy pose

  1. Start on hands and knees, with hips over knees.
  2. Walk your hands forward and lower your chest.
  3. Rest your forehead on the mat or a support.
Helpful cue

Keep your hips above your knees and your neck relaxed.

Make it gentler

For less intensity, keep your chest higher and soften your knees or elbows as needed.

How to do Butterfly

Step 6 · 30 seconds

Butterfly

  1. Sit tall and bring the soles of your feet together.
  2. Hold your feet or ankles and let your knees open to the sides.
  3. Breathe slowly without pressing your knees down.
Helpful cue

Move your feet farther from your hips for a gentler stretch.

Make it gentler

For less intensity, support your knees with cushions and move your feet farther from your hips.

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