GymPlan AIDynamic Chest Stretch
Dynamic Chest Stretch is a beginner bodyweight stretching that mainly works your chest, with help from your upper back.
💪 Chest🏋️ Bodyweight📈 Beginner🎯 2-3 holds of 20-30 seconds per side
How to do the dynamic chest stretch
- Stand with your hands together, arms extended directly in front of you. This will be your starting position.
- Keeping your arms straight, quickly move your arms back as far as possible and back in again, similar to an exaggerated clapping motion. Repeat 5-10 times, increasing speed as you do so.
Muscles worked
Primary: ChestSecondary: Upper back
Sets and reps
Hold each stretch for 20-30 seconds without bouncing, 2-3 times per side. Stretch after training or on rest days.
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What muscles does the dynamic chest stretch work?
It mainly works your chest; your upper back assist.
How many sets and reps of dynamic chest stretch should I do?
Hold each stretch for 20-30 seconds without bouncing, 2-3 times per side. Stretch after training or on rest days.
Is the dynamic chest stretch good for beginners?
Yes. It is a beginner-friendly movement: start light and focus on the form steps above.