Chest and Front of Shoulder Stretch
Description
This exercise involves stretching the chest and front of the shoulders by bringing the arms behind the back and interlocking the fingers. The stretch is held for a few seconds before releasing.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Chest and Front of Shoulder Stretch Instructions
- Stand tall with your feet hip-width apart and your arms by your sides.
- Take your right arm and bring it across your chest, placing your hand on your left shoulder.
- Use your left hand to gently pull your right elbow towards your left shoulder, feeling a stretch in your chest and front of your right shoulder.
- Hold the stretch for 15-30 seconds, breathing deeply.
- Release the stretch and repeat on the other side.
Chest and Front of Shoulder Stretch Form & Visual
Chest and Front of Shoulder Stretch Benefits
- Strengthens the core muscles
- Improves posture
- Increases flexibility in the spine
- Targets the oblique muscles
- Improves balance and stability
- Can help alleviate lower back pain
Chest and Front of Shoulder Stretch Muscles Worked
- Pectoralis major
- Anterior deltoid
Chest and Front of Shoulder Stretch Variations & Alternatives
- Standing chest stretch
- Doorway chest stretch
- Wall chest stretch
- Chest fly stretch
- Shoulder extension stretch
- Shoulder circles
- Shoulder rolls
- Shoulder blade squeeze
