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Seated Shoulder Extension Stretch

Supported seated shoulder-extension stretch with straight arms placed behind the torso.

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Seated Shoulder Extension Stretch demonstration

Exercise overview

Training details

ChestShouldersBiceps

Equipment

Bench

Sets × time

2 × 30 sec

Rest

30 sec

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 01Sit tall with the hands placed behind the body on the floor or bench and the fingers turned to a comfortable angle.
  2. 02Straighten the elbows gently and set the shoulders down away from the ears.
  3. 03Lift the chest and move the torso slightly forward to bring the shoulders into extension.
  4. 04Stop at a mild stretch across the front of the shoulders and chest without pinching, numbness, or neck tension.
  5. 05Hold while breathing steadily, then ease the torso back and release the hands slowly.

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