Originally Posted by rodrigaj
The long distance forum riders have mentioned riding with your arm / hand combo shaped like an "L" behind your back. I stretches the upper neck and chest muscles and helps keep the numbing sensation of long distance rides at bay.
I think you hit upon the same technique on your own. It works well. I do it all the time for short periods.
+1 it is indeed a good stretching position, and it gives you practice reaching for the energy bar you've got tucked away in the middle back pocket.