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Shoulder Posture1 × 45 s per side

Doorway Chest Stretch

Open the chest and front of the shoulders after pushing work.

Omkin body map Front and back schematic with highlightable zones (data-zone). Inline it to highlight with the .on class. FRONT BACK
Target zones
Dosage
1 × 45 s per side
Target areas
Chest, Front delts
Equipment
No equipment needed

How to do it

  1. 1Stand in a doorway with the forearm on the frame, elbow at shoulder height.
  2. 2Step the same-side foot forward through the door.
  3. 3Rotate the chest gently away from the arm until you feel a stretch.
  4. 4Keep the ribs down and the neck relaxed.

BreathingSlow breaths into the upper chest.

CautionKeep the stretch mild if the front of the shoulder feels pinchy.

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Guides are general mobility education, not medical advice. Stop if you feel sharp pain, tingling or numbness.