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Doorway Chest Stretch
An open-arm stretch that lengthens the chest and front shoulders by drawing the arms back.
What this exercise works
- Muscles
- pectoralis major · anterior deltoid
- Goals
- mobility
- Equipment
- No equipment
- Category
- Stretching
- Difficulty
- beginner
Demonstration
Step 1
How to perform the movement
- Stand tall and raise your arms into a goalpost position.
- Bend your elbows ninety degrees, forearms vertical.
- Draw your elbows back and squeeze your shoulder blades.
- Hold for 20 to 30 seconds, breathing steadily.
Technique cues and common mistakes
- Keep your ribs down and avoid arching your back.
- Stretch to mild tension, never to pain.