ChestBeginner

Chest Stretch on Stability Ball

Stretching movement using Exercise Ball.

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Muscle guide

See the primary and supporting muscles.

The stronger highlight marks the main muscle associated with this movement. The lighter highlight marks supporting muscles.

Primary Chest

Movement instructions

1
Get on your hands and knees next to an exercise ball.
2
Place your elbows on top of the ball, keeping your arm out to your side. This will be your starting position.
3
Lower your torso towards the floor, keeping your elbow on top of the ball. Hold the stretch for 20-30 seconds, and repeat with the other arm.

Technique guidance

Breathe slowly and evenly. Exhale as you ease into a comfortable range, and never use the breath to force a deeper position.

Use only a comfortable range; a stretch may feel like tension but should not feel sharp or joint-specific.
Come out of the position slowly and use support when balance is limited.
Use the ball on a clear, non-slip surface and position yourself near support while learning the movement.

General guidance matched from movement type and equipment; it is not individualized coaching or medical advice.

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