Chair Upper Body Stretch

A beginner stretching exercise for the shoulders, done with a other equipment.

Chair Upper Body Stretch: finishing position

Main muscles: Shoulders
Also works: Biceps and Chest
Equipment: Other equipment
Level: Beginner
Movement: Static

How to do the Chair Upper Body Stretch

Sit on the edge of a chair, gripping the back of it.
Straighten your arms, keeping your back straight, and pull your upper body forward so you feel a stretch. Hold for 20-30 seconds.

Sets and reps

Mobility	2–3 holds of 20–40 seconds each side

Log every set in MyoStats and it works out your estimated one-rep max and suggests the next weight or rep target, so you keep progressing without guessing.

Alternatives to the Chair Upper Body Stretch

Questions

What muscles does the Chair Upper Body Stretch work?

Mainly the shoulders, with the biceps and chest helping.

Is the Chair Upper Body Stretch good for beginners?

Yes. It's rated a beginner exercise: start light and learn the movement before adding weight.

What can I do instead of the Chair Upper Body Stretch?

Good alternatives that train the shoulders: Round The World Shoulder Stretch, Shoulder Circles, Shoulder Raise or Shoulder Stretch.

How many sets and reps of the Chair Upper Body Stretch should I do?

Mobility: 2–3 holds of 20–40 seconds each side.

Exercise steps and photos: free-exercise-db (public domain).