Pec Stretch

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LOAD	SETS	REPS	TEMPO	REST
n/a	1	1	Hold 45 sec on each arm	Your Choice

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SETS	1
REPS	1
TEMPO	Hold 45 sec on each arm
REST	Your Choice

Objectives

Release chest muscles to help improve function and posture

Targeted Muscles

Pectoral Musculature

How to Perform

Begin by facing a wall.
Extend your left arm out from your body and angle it slightly higher than your shoulder. Bend your elbow to 90 degrees.
Place your right hand by your chest to help push your right side of the body away from the wall.
Inhale to straighten the spine and life the chest slightly.
Exhale and use the right hand to push your right side body away from the wall.
Repeat on the other side

Common Challenges

If the chest rounds, it’s difficult to get the pectoral muscles to stretch. To avoid this, ensure that you can extend your upper spine as you move into the stretch.

Alternative Exercise Suggestions for Patients with an ICD

Avoid this exercise. As an alternative try the Lying Lumbar Rotation.