Reverse Chest Stretch
Description
This exercise involves standing with your arms behind your back and interlocking your fingers, then lifting your arms up and away from your body to stretch your chest muscles. The goal is to improve posture and alleviate tightness in the chest and shoulders.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Reverse Chest Stretch Instructions
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and your arms extended behind you.
- Clasp your hands together behind your back.
- Gently lift your arms up and away from your body, keeping them straight.
- Hold the stretch for 10-15 seconds.
- Release and repeat as desired.
Reverse Chest Stretch Form & Visual
Reverse Chest Stretch Benefits
- Relieves tension and tightness in the chest muscles
- Improves posture by opening up the chest and shoulders
- Increases flexibility in the chest and upper back
- Can help alleviate pain and discomfort in the neck and shoulders
- May improve breathing and lung capacity
Reverse Chest Stretch Muscles Worked
- Pectoralis Major
- Pectoralis Minor
- Anterior Deltoids
- Coracobrachialis
- Biceps Brachii
Reverse Chest Stretch Variations & Alternatives
- Reverse Chest Stretch with Wall
- Reverse Chest Stretch with Resistance Band
- Reverse Chest Stretch with Foam Roller
- Reverse Chest Stretch with Yoga Block
- Reverse Chest Stretch with Dumbbells
