Game version
Deck follow-the-leader: one person leads a dryland movement and the group copies. Swap the leader each time.
Overhead Shoulder Reach
Open your shoulders so your arms can squeeze your ears in a straight line-up.
By Coach Evan Waechtler Youth coach (U11, Cache Valley, Utah) and founder of SSTracker Updated October 30, 2026
Set up
Hold a towel wide with both hands in front of you.
Core: As written. Aim for smooth form and compare only with your own last time.
- Ages
- 14 and up
- Time
- 10 min
- Players
- Just you
- Space
- Small room
- Bring
- Mat, towel or stretch band
- Level · skill
- Advanced · Line & Form
The steps
How it works
- Hold a towel wide with both hands in front of you.
- Lift it slowly over your head and a little behind, keeping your arms straight.
- Bring it back; move your hands closer only when it feels easy.
- Do 3 sets of 8.
Coaching point
Slow and straight arms.
Safety: Stretch slowly and never bounce. Stop at a feeling of stretch, not pain.
Make it fun
Play it, don't drill it
Challenge
Pick a level: Less (slower or smaller), Core (as written), More (one extra twist). Aim for smooth form and compare only with your own last time.
Story
You are an explorer crossing the pool deck like a jungle.
My best
Beat your own count
Aim for smooth form and compare only with your own last time. Only your own number counts: today against last time.
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