Which muscles does the doorway chest stretch work?

The doorway chest stretch mainly works your chest. It also involves your front delts.

How many sets and reps should I do?

A common starting point is 2 to 4 sets of 8 to 12 controlled reps, with a weight that leaves a couple of reps in reserve. Adjust it to your goal and experience, and stop if something hurts.

How do I track the doorway chest stretch in SweatByte?

Add it to a routine or a workout. Log how long you hold or perform each set. SweatByte shows your last session's numbers on every set, so you know what to beat.

Doorway Chest Stretch: how to do it and muscles worked

The doorway chest stretch mainly works your chest, with help from your front delts. You need bodyweight (no equipment).

Muscles worked

Main

Chest

Helping

Front delts

How to do the doorway chest stretch

1
Stand in a doorway and raise your forearms so that your elbows are bent at about 90 degrees. Rest your forearms on either side of the door frame.
2
Step one foot forward through the doorway and lean your body gently forward until you feel a stretch across the front of your chest and shoulders. Keep your core braced and your ribs down.
3
Hold for 30 seconds while breathing slowly.

Form tip: Do not let your lower back arch as you lean forward. Keep the stretch mild and stop if you feel pinching at the front of your shoulder.

Common questions

Which muscles does the doorway chest stretch work?: The doorway chest stretch mainly works your chest. It also involves your front delts.
What equipment do I need for the doorway chest stretch?: You need bodyweight (no equipment).
How many sets and reps should I do?: A common starting point is 2 to 4 sets of 8 to 12 controlled reps, with a weight that leaves a couple of reps in reserve. Adjust it to your goal and experience, and stop if something hurts.
How do I track the doorway chest stretch in SweatByte?: Add it to a routine or a workout. Log how long you hold or perform each set. SweatByte shows your last session's numbers on every set, so you know what to beat.

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General information, not medical advice. Learn the movement with light weight first, and see a doctor or physiotherapist if you have an injury or pain. More guides in Learn.