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Seated Front Deltoid

Seated Front Deltoid is an expert bodyweight stretching that mainly works your shoulders, with help from your chest.

💪 Shoulders🏋️ Bodyweight📈 Expert🎯 2-3 holds of 20-30 seconds per side
Seated Front Deltoid: starting position
Starting position
Seated Front Deltoid: end position
End position

How to do the seated front deltoid

  1. Sit upright on the floor with your legs bent, your partner standing behind you. Stick your arms straight out to your sides, with your palms facing the ground. Attempt to move them as far behind you as possible, as your assistant holds your wrists. This will be your starting position.
  2. Keeping your elbows straight, attempt to move your arms to the front, with your partner gently restraining you to prevent any actual movement for 10-20 seconds.
  3. Now, relax your muscles and allow your partner to gently increase the stretch on the shoulders and chest. Hold for 10 to 20 seconds.

Muscles worked

Primary: ShouldersSecondary: Chest

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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FAQ

What muscles does the seated front deltoid work?

It mainly works your shoulders; your chest assist.

How many sets and reps of seated front deltoid 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 seated front deltoid good for beginners?

It is an advanced movement. Build a base with simpler exercises for the same muscles first, and learn it with light weight or a coach.

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