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Rear deltoid stretch

Rear deltoid stretch

The rear deltoid stretch is a bodyweight exercise targeting the deltoid muscles, particularly the rear (posterior) delts. It also stretches the trapezius and rhomboids. This movement is commonly used to improve shoulder flexibility and relieve tension.

The rear deltoid stretch is a bodyweight exercise targeting the deltoid muscles, particularly the rear (posterior) delts. It also stretches the trapezius and rhomboids. This movement is commonly used to improve shoulder flexibility and relieve tension.

The rear deltoid stretch is a bodyweight exercise targeting the deltoid muscles, particularly the rear (posterior) delts. It also stretches the trapezius and rhomboids. This movement is commonly used to improve shoulder flexibility and relieve tension.

How to Do the Rear deltoid stretch

How to Do the Rear deltoid stretch

How to Do the Rear deltoid stretch

Stand tall with your feet shoulder-width apart. Extend your right arm across your chest, placing your left hand on your right elbow. Gently pull your right arm towards your left shoulder, feeling a stretch in your right shoulder. Hold the stretch for 15-30 seconds, then release. Repeat on the other side.

Difficulty

Beginner

Category

Stretching

Target Muscle

Delts

Delts

Secondary Muscles

trapezius, rhomboids

Equipment

Body weight

Body Part

Shoulders

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