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Bench Chest Stretch
A kneeling stretch with the hands behind on a bench, sinking the hips to open the chest and shoulders.
What this exercise works
- Muscles
- pectoralis major · anterior deltoid
- Goals
- mobility
- Equipment
- Flat bench
- Category
- Stretching
- Difficulty
- beginner
Demonstration
Step 1
How to perform the movement
- Kneel with your back to a bench.
- Place both hands behind you on the edge of the bench.
- Sink your hips down to open the chest.
- Hold for 20 to 30 seconds, breathing steadily.
Technique cues and common mistakes
- Keep your shoulders down away from your ears.
- Stretch to mild tension, never to pain.