Lying Pec Stretch for Deeper Chest Muscle Stretching
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What Is Lying Pec Stretch
Often after a tough Chest day at the gym, your Pecs can feel tight and uncomfortable. It can be hard to find an effective static stretch that will target the chest. Luckily, the Lying Pec Stretch is just what you need to help provide relief to your tight muscles and promote blood flow to the area.
How to Do a Lying Pec Stretch
To learn how to do the Lying Pec Stretch, follow the steps below.
Begin by lying prone (face down) on the floor. Extend your arms out to the sides in the shape of a ‘T’ with your palms facing down.
Next, start rolling onto your right side by pushing yourself with your left hand. Lift and bend your left leg. Place your left foot behind your extended right leg for stability.
Hold for 30 seconds. Repeat on the other side.
To deepen the stretch, lift the opposing arm up towards the ceiling.
You have now learned how to do the Lying Pec Stretch!
Lying Pec Stretch Form
The most important thing about the Lying Pec Stretch is to only stretch to the point of slight discomfort. Do not overstretch as this will result in injury! Take your time as you lift and bend the leg and roll onto your side.
Lying Pec Stretch Muscles Worked
The Lying Pectoralis Stretch will target the Pectoralis Major and Pectoralis Minor as well as muscles in the shoulder. You should be extremely cautious when performing this stretch to reduce the risk of putting the shoulder in a compromised position.
Lying Pec Stretch Benefits
The main benefit of the Lying Pec Stretch is that it allows you to target each shoulder individually. Sometimes one shoulder might need more attention than the other, so this stretch is a great way to allow for that.
Why Is the Lying Pec Stretch Useful
The Lying Pec Stretch is useful for those who are experiencing pain or tightness in the shoulder. This stretch can be used to help alleviate these symptoms, but you should check with your doctor if you have a shoulder injury before trying this stretch.
