Behind Head Chest Stretch

Stretching · Expert · Chest

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Primary muscles
Chest
Secondary
Shoulders
Equipment
Other
Force
Static
Mechanic
Isolation
Level
Expert

Muscles worked

Chest

Also works: Shoulders

How to do itBehind Head Chest Stretch

  1. 1Sit upright on the floor with your partner behind you.
  2. 2Place your hands behind your hand, and push your elbows back as far as you can. Your partner should hold your elbows. This will be your starting position.
  3. 3Gently attempt to pull your elbows forward with your hands still behind your head for 10 or more seconds. Your partner should prevent your elbows from moving.
  4. 4Now, relax your muscles and have your partner gently pull the elbows back as far as it comfortable for you. Be sure to let your partner know when the stretch is adequate to prevent overstretching or injury.

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