Doorway chest stretch
Also called pec stretch, door stretch
- Works
- Chest · pectoralis major
- Front of the shoulder · anterior deltoid
- Needs
- No equipment
Setup
Stand in a doorway. Put your forearms on the frame on each side, elbows at shoulder height.
Steps
- Step one foot forward through the doorway.
- Lean gently forward until you feel a stretch across your chest.
- Keep your stomach tight so your back does not arch.
- Hold for the time you chose.
Breathing
Breathe slowly. Let each breath out take you a little further, without forcing it.
Where you feel it
Across your chest and the front of your shoulders.
Common mistakes
- Leaning so far that the shoulders strain.
- Arching the lower back.
When to stop
Stop if you feel sharp pain, pain in a joint, dizziness or numbness.
Stop if you feel tingling in your hands.