Standing Bicep and Chest Stretch
Opens the biceps and chest, useful after pressing or curling work.
ArmsBeginnerMobilityStretch
At a glance
| Muscles worked | Primary: biceps & chest. Secondary: front delts |
|---|---|
| Muscle group | Arms |
| Difficulty | Beginner |
| Type | Mobility · Stretch |
| Sets & reps | 30 seconds |
| Estimated calories burned | ~10 kcal |
| Equipment | None needed |
How to do it
- Stand and interlace the hands behind the back or reach the arms backward.
- Gently lift the chest and straighten the arms to stretch the biceps and chest.
- Hold while breathing deeply.
- Keep the shoulders down.
- Release slowly.
Coaching tips
Benefits
Opens the biceps and chest, useful after pressing or curling work.
Common mistakes
Avoid forcing the stretch into pain.
Make it harder
Increase the opening gradually.
Make it easier
Reduce the range.
Breathing
Breathe deeply and relax.
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