Chair Lat Stretch
Loosen tight back & shoulders! The Chair Lat Stretch gently improves flexibility and reduces tension. Simple, effective, and requires only a chair!
Required Equipment
Muscle Groups
Primary
Secondary
Instructions
1. Stand in front of a sturdy chair, approximately an arm's length away.
2. Bend forward from the hips and place both hands on the top of the chair. Keep your arms extended.
3. Push your chest downward while keeping your arms straight and your back flat, creating a stretch in the latissimus dorsi muscle (the highlighted area in the images).
4. Maintain the stretch position as you breathe deeply, focusing on relaxing the muscles under tension.
5. Hold the stretch for 15-30 seconds before releasing.
6. You can increase the intensity of the stretch by pushing your hips back further, but ensure you keep your back flat and do not round your spine.
7. Release the stretch by slowly lifting your torso back to the starting position.
8. Repeat the stretch if desired, ensuring that you do not bounce or make any jerky movements while stretching.
This stretch helps improve flexibility in the latissimus dorsi and can aid in reducing tension in the back and shoulders.
Please note the importance of using a chair that is stable and will not slip or move during the stretch to prevent any injury.
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