<[ RETURN_TO_DATABASE ]
ID: Behind_Head_Chest_Stretch

Behind Head Chest Stretch

LEVEL: expert
Behind Head Chest Stretch

PROTOCOL SPECS

  • CATEGORYstretching
  • MECHANICisolation
  • FORCEstatic
  • EQUIPMENTother

MUSCLE ENGAGEMENT

PRIMARY TARGETS

chest

SECONDARY TARGETS

shoulders

EXECUTION PROTOCOL

  1. Sit upright on the floor with your partner behind you.
  2. Place your hands behind your hand, and push your elbows back as far as you can. Your partner should hold your elbows. This will be your starting position.
  3. Gently attempt to pull your elbows forward with your hands still behind your head for 10 or more seconds. Your partner should prevent your elbows from moving.
  4. Now, relax your muscles and have your partner gently pull the elbows back as far as it comfortable for you. Be sure to let your partner know when the stretch is adequate to prevent overstretching or injury.