Standing Bent Arm Chest Stretch
Bent-arm variation that effectively stretches the pectorals and front shoulders.
ChestBeginnerMobilityStretch
At a glance
| Muscles worked | Primary: chest. Secondary: front delts |
|---|---|
| Muscle group | Chest |
| Difficulty | Beginner |
| Type | Mobility · Stretch |
| Sets & reps | 30 seconds |
| Estimated calories burned | ~10 kcal |
| Equipment | None needed |
How to do it
- Stand tall and bend the elbows at approximately 90 degrees.
- Open the arms backward to stretch the chest.
- Hold while breathing deeply.
- Keep the shoulders down.
- Release slowly.
Coaching tips
Benefits
Bent-arm variation that effectively stretches the pectorals and front shoulders.
Common mistakes
Avoid forcing the stretch or shrugging.
Make it harder
Increase the opening or hold time.
Make it easier
Reduce the range.
Breathing
Breathe deeply and relax into the stretch.
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