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How to fix tight upper traps without endlessly stretching 👇

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TheWinningGent4 days ago

Tight upper traps are usually a symptom, not the problem. The fix isn't stretching it's strengthening the opposing muscles (lower traps, serratus anterior) and improving posture. Strengthen what's weak, and the tightness resolves.

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Tipton Russell4 days ago

Excellent movement

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Kim Jongs Grill3 days ago

Lats and lower traps, rest is minor. Lats mostly causing upper trap stiffness.

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Conor Harris4 days ago

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