Stool Seated Shoulder Toe-Tap Press
Strengthen shoulders & improve flexibility! Seated press with toe-taps for a full-body stretch.
The Stool Seated Shoulder Toe-Tap Press is a compound exercise that mainly works the shoulders and hamstrings, with help from the triceps and lower back. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
Stool Seated Shoulder Toe-Tap Press Muscles Worked
Primary
Front Shoulder (anterior deltoid); Hamstrings
Secondary
Triceps (triceps brachii); Spinal Erectors (erector spinae)
Stool Seated Shoulder Toe-Tap Press Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Stool Seated Shoulder Toe-Tap Press
**Exercise Introduction: **Sitting Shoulder Press Toe Touch on a Padded Stool helps in developing shoulder strength and improving flexibility in the hamstrings and lower back. It is vital to maintain proper form throughout the exercise to enhance effectiveness and avoid injuries.
Starting Position: Begin by sitting on the edge of a padded stool. Keep your legs extended straight in front of you, heels on the ground.
Step 1: Stretch Forward: Lean forward at the waist, reaching towards your toes, allowing your upper body to come forward. Try touching your toes or get as close as possible without bending your knees, feeling the stretch in your hamstrings and lower back.
Step 2: Shoulder Press: Slowly roll your spine up to a sitting position, simultaneously bringing your arms overhead in a shoulder press motion with straight elbows.
Step 3: Reach Up: Extend your arms towards the ceiling, fully stretching and engaging your shoulders.
Step 4: Return: Lower your arms back to your sides as you lean forward again at the waist, reaching towards your toes to complete one repetition.
Repeat the sequence for the assigned number of repetitions and sets, ensuring controlled, smooth movements. Normal breathing should be maintained throughout the exercise.
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Stool Seated Shoulder Toe-Tap Press FAQs
What muscles does the Stool Seated Shoulder Toe-Tap Press work?
The Stool Seated Shoulder Toe-Tap Press mainly works the shoulders and hamstrings, with help from the triceps and lower back. The main muscles are the anterior deltoid and hamstrings.
What equipment do you need for the Stool Seated Shoulder Toe-Tap Press?
None. The Stool Seated Shoulder Toe-Tap Press is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
Is the Stool Seated Shoulder Toe-Tap Press a compound exercise?
Yes. It's a compound movement, meaning it trains several muscle groups at once rather than isolating one.
What workout day should the Stool Seated Shoulder Toe-Tap Press go on?
It belongs on push day in a push/pull/legs routine.
What are some Stool Seated Shoulder Toe-Tap Press variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Stool Seated Incline Stepout Press, Stool Seated Lateral Stepout Raise, Seated Shoulder & Hip Abduction Press and Chair Seated Shoulder Toe-Tap Press.
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