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Chest And Front Of Shoulder Stretch

How to do the Chest And Front Of Shoulder Stretch with correct form, the muscles it works, and where it fits a training plan you actually stick to.

IsolationOtherBeginnerStatic
Primary muscles

Chest

Secondary

Shoulders

Equipment

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Step by step

How to do the Chest And Front Of Shoulder Stretch

  1. 1

    Start off by standing with your legs together, holding a bodybar or a broomstick.

  2. 2

    Take a slightly wider than shoulder width grip on the pole and hold it in front of you with your palms facing down.

  3. 3

    Carefully lift the pole up and behind your head.

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FAQ

Chest And Front Of Shoulder Stretch: common questions

What muscles does the Chest And Front Of Shoulder Stretch work?

The Chest And Front Of Shoulder Stretch primarily works the Chest. It also recruits the Shoulders as supporting muscles.

Is the Chest And Front Of Shoulder Stretch suitable for beginners?

Yes. The Chest And Front Of Shoulder Stretch is a beginner-level exercise, so it's a solid choice if you're new to training. Start light and focus on the movement pattern before adding load.

Is the Chest And Front Of Shoulder Stretch a compound or isolation exercise?

The Chest And Front Of Shoulder Stretch is an isolation exercise, it targets the chest through a single joint, which makes it useful for focused, targeted work.

How do I do the Chest And Front Of Shoulder Stretch with correct form?

Start off by standing with your legs together, holding a bodybar or a broomstick. Follow the full step-by-step above for the complete movement.

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