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chest and front of shoulder stretch

chest and front of shoulder stretch exercise guide with muscles, equipment, animation and step-by-step instructions. Target: pectorals. Equipment: body weight.

chest and front of shoulder stretch exercise demonstration
Target muscle
pectorals
Muscle group
deltoids
Body part
chest
Equipment
body weight

Secondary muscles

deltoids

How to perform

  1. Stand tall with your feet shoulder-width apart.
  2. Extend your arms straight out in front of you at shoulder height.
  3. Cross your arms in front of your body, with your right arm on top of your left arm.
  4. Interlace your fingers and press your palms together.
  5. Gently squeeze your shoulder blades together and push your hands forward, feeling a stretch in your chest and front of your shoulders.
  6. Hold the stretch for 20-30 seconds, then release.
  7. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.