Exercise
Standing pec stretch with the forearm on a studio wall for front-body opening and shoulder mobility.
Setup instructions
Stand facing a studio wall and place one forearm on it at shoulder height. Position the elbow bent to roughly 90 degrees with the palm facing forward. Step the same-side foot slightly forward for stability. Grow tall through the spine and soften the knees.
Breathing cues
Exhale to rotate. Inhale to hold. Exhale to return.
Movement steps
- 1Inhale to prepare in the start position.
- 2Exhale to rotate the body gently away from the wall, opening the chest.
- 3Keep the forearm in contact with the wall and the shoulder relaxed.
- 4Inhale to hold briefly at a comfortable stretch.
- 5Exhale to return to centre and switch sides.
Common mistakes
Forcing rotation beyond comfortable shoulder range; hiking the shoulder toward the ear; overarching the low back; holding the breath; placing the elbow too high or low.
Safety notes
Keep the stretch mild and even. Stop if sharp shoulder pain or tingling appears.
Connections
Muscles worked
Goals supported
Equipment needed
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FAQs
Is Wall Pec Stretch suitable for beginners?
Yes. The forearm-on-wall setup is stable and the rotation can stay gentle. Adjust elbow height for comfort.
What muscles does Wall Pec Stretch work?
The chest and front shoulder muscles lengthen as the body rotates away from the wall. The upper back helps maintain shoulder position.
What is Wall Pec Stretch good for?
It opens the front body and supports posture awareness before reformer chest expansion and strap work.
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