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Standing Chest Expander Warmup Stretch

Dynamically opens the chest and prepares the shoulders for pressing work.

ChestBeginnerMobilityStretch

At a glance

Muscles workedPrimary: chest. Secondary: front delts
Muscle groupChest
DifficultyBeginner
TypeMobility · Stretch
Sets & reps30 seconds
Estimated calories burned~12 kcal
EquipmentNone needed

How to do it

  1. Stand tall and interlace the hands behind the back or reach the arms backward.
  2. Gently open the chest and lift the sternum.
  3. Pulse or hold dynamically.
  4. Keep the neck relaxed.
  5. Continue for the desired duration.

Coaching tips

Benefits

Dynamically opens the chest and prepares the shoulders for pressing work.

Common mistakes

Avoid forcing the end range.

Make it harder

Increase the opening gradually.

Make it easier

Keep a smaller range.

Breathing

Exhale as you open the chest.

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