3 Best Upper Body Flexibility Moves for BJJ: Unlock tight shoulders, upper back and elbows.
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Do you have tight shoulders? Do you get neck and elbow pain after hard rolls? If you are struggling with stiff and painful upper body we have something that can help. These 3 moves are our favourite for getting you loosened up, recovered and ready to do it all again the next day:
1.) Passive Hang
2.) Side Lying Rotations
3.) Cobra Position
JT & Joey breakdown exactly how each of these easy to do movements can unlock your arms, shoulders and upper back so you can feel better and be back on the mats quicker. If you are not currently stretching this is a great place to start. ( Accompanying Instructional Video coming soon.)
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