How to do the Chest And Front Of Shoulder Stretch
Chest And Front Of Shoulder Stretch is a beginner multi-joint compound pushing exercise targeting the Pectorals in the Chest region. Performed using bodyweight, it falls under the flexibility category. Secondary muscles engaged include Deltoids.
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Chest And Front Of Shoulder Stretch at a glance
- Primary muscles
- Pectorals
- Secondary muscles
- Deltoids
- Equipment
- Body Weight
- Level
- Beginner
- Type
- Compound (multi-joint)
- Force
- Push
Chest And Front Of Shoulder Stretch step by step
- 1Stand tall with your feet shoulder-width apart.
- 2Extend your arms straight out in front of you at shoulder height.
- 3Cross your arms in front of your body, with your right arm on top of your left arm.
- 4Interlace your fingers and press your palms together.
- 5Gently squeeze your shoulder blades together and push your hands forward, feeling a stretch in your chest and front of your shoulders.
- 6Hold the stretch for 20-30 seconds, then release.
- 7Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Chest And Front Of Shoulder Stretch — questions
What muscles does the Chest And Front Of Shoulder Stretch work?
The Chest And Front Of Shoulder Stretch primarily targets the Pectorals. It also recruits the Deltoids as secondary movers.
What equipment do I need for the Chest And Front Of Shoulder Stretch?
None — the Chest And Front Of Shoulder Stretch uses your bodyweight only, so it works at home with nothing but floor space.
Is the Chest And Front Of Shoulder Stretch suitable for beginners?
Yes. It is classed as a beginner movement: the pattern is simple enough to learn in a session and easy to scale by adjusting range of motion or load.
What can I do instead of the Chest And Front Of Shoulder Stretch?
Dynamic Chest Stretch (male), Push And Pull Bodyweight, Shoulder Tap Push-up train the same muscles and make good substitutes when the equipment is taken or the movement does not suit you.
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