Dynamic Chest Stretch
A beginner stretching exercise for the chest, done with just your bodyweight.
- Main muscles
- Chest
- Also works
- Upper back
- Equipment
- Bodyweight
- Level
- Beginner
- Movement
- Pull
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.
Sets and reps
| Mobility | 2–3 holds of 20–40 seconds each side |
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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 Dynamic Chest Stretch
Elbows BackBodyweight · Beginner
Chest And Front Of Shoulder StretchOther equipment · Beginner
Chest Stretch on Stability BallExercise ball · Beginner
Behind Head Chest StretchOther equipment · Expert
Questions
What muscles does the Dynamic Chest Stretch work?
Mainly the chest, with the upper back helping.
Is the Dynamic Chest 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 Dynamic Chest Stretch?
Good alternatives that train the chest: Elbows Back, Chest And Front Of Shoulder Stretch, Chest Stretch on Stability Ball or Behind Head Chest Stretch.
How many sets and reps of the Dynamic Chest Stretch should I do?
Mobility: 2–3 holds of 20–40 seconds each side.
Exercise steps and photos: free-exercise-db (public domain).