Chair Seated Delt Stretch
Relieve shoulder tension with this simple seated stretch! Perfect for desk workers & improving flexibility.
The Chair Seated Delt Stretch mainly works the chest, with help from the shoulders and traps. You'll need: chair.
Required Equipment
Chair Seated Delt Stretch Muscles Worked
Primary
Upper Chest (pectoralis major, clavicular head); Lower Chest (pectoralis minor)
Secondary
Shoulder Rotator (subscapularis); Upper Traps (trapezius, upper fibers)
Chair Seated Delt Stretch Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Chair Seated Delt Stretch
Sitting Deltoid Stretch on a Chair
1. Starting Position:
Sit upright on the chair with your feet flat on the floor, shoulder-width apart.
Keep your back straight and shoulders relaxed.
Arm Placement:
Extend your right arm across your chest, keeping it straight.
Use your left arm to hold the right arm just above the elbow.
Stretching Movement:
Gently pull your right arm toward your chest using your left arm.
Make sure to keep both shoulders down and away from your ears.
Hold the Stretch:
Hold this position for 15-30 seconds, feeling a stretch in your right shoulder and upper arm.
Breathe deeply throughout the stretch.
Release:
Slowly release your right arm and return to the starting position.
Repeat on the Other Side:
Perform the same stretch with your left arm by extending it across your chest and using your right arm to gently pull it.
Frequency:
Repeat the stretch 2-3 times for each arm to help improve flexibility in the shoulders.
Chair Seated Delt Stretch FAQs
What muscles does the Chair Seated Delt Stretch work?
The Chair Seated Delt Stretch mainly works the chest, with help from the shoulders and traps. The main muscles are the pectoralis major and pectoralis minor.
What equipment do you need for the Chair Seated Delt Stretch?
Chair.
What are some Chair Seated Delt Stretch variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Rear Deltoid Stretch, Alternating Chair Seated Chest Dynamic-Stretch, Chair Seated Overhead Stretch and Seated Shoulder Stretch.
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