Arms Behind Back Chest Stretch
Execution Guide
- Stand tall and clasp your hands behind your back.
- Straighten your arms and lift them away from your body.
- Squeeze your shoulder blades together.
- Push your chest forward and hold for 20-30 seconds.
- Release and repeat.
Range of Motion
Arms clasped behind the back and lifted until a stretch is felt across the chest.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- ×Rounding the shoulders forward
- ×Bending at the waist instead of standing tall
- ×Bouncing the stretch
Prescription
3Sets
10-15Reps
Rest intervalNone
Goal
Open up the chest and stretch the anterior deltoids
Difficulty
Beginner
Burn (10m)
5-10
Equipment
None
Anatomy
Primary
Pectoralis MajorAnterior Deltoids
Secondary
Biceps