The reverse shoulder stretch is a simple standing stretch where you clasp your hands behind your back and lift them upward to open the chest, anterior shoulders, and biceps. It is one of the most effective stretches for desk workers and anyone with rounded shoulder posture.
Muscle Group
Chest, Shoulders
Equipment Required
Bodyweight
Type
Flexibility
Equipment
Band
Difficulty
Intermediate
Key Benefits
- Opens the chest, front shoulders, and biceps
- Counteracts rounded shoulder posture
- Quick and accessible
- No equipment needed
- Excellent for desk workers
- Improves shoulder mobility
How to perform
- Stand or sit tall with feet hip-width apart.
- Reach both arms behind your back. Clasp your hands together with palms facing inward or fingers interlaced.
- Pull your shoulders back and down.
- Slowly lift your clasped hands up and away from your body, behind you.
- Continue lifting until you feel a deep stretch across your chest, front shoulders, and biceps.
- Keep your chest lifted and core braced. Avoid arching your lower back.
- Hold for 20 to 30 seconds. Breathe deeply.
- Release slowly and repeat two to three times.
FRONT VIEW
BACK VIEW
Anterior Deltoid
Primary
Chest
Primary