Chair Seated Chest Stretch
Open your chest and improve posture. This easy stretch can be done anywhere with a chair. Feel the tension melt away!
Required Equipment
Muscle Groups
Primary
Secondary
Instructions
Sitting Chest Stretch on a Chair
Positioning:
1. Sit comfortably on the chair with your back straight and feet flat on the floor. Ensure that your hips are all the way back in the chair and your knees are at a 90-degree angle.
2. Place your hands together in front of your chest at shoulder height, fingers pointed forward. Keep your elbows bent and relaxed.
Movement:
1. As you inhale deeply, slowly move your arms outward to the sides, allowing your chest to expand. Your elbows should remain at shoulder height.
2. Hold this position for a few seconds while focusing on expanding your chest.
3. As you exhale, bring your arms back to the starting position in front of your chest.
4. Repeat this movement for 5 to 10 repetitions, maintaining a steady and controlled pace.
Notes:
- Keep your shoulders relaxed and away from your ears throughout the stretch.
- Do not force the stretch; go only as far as comfortable, feeling a gentle stretch across your chest.
- Maintain steady breathing during the exercise.