Rollball Seated Single Leg Shoulder Flexor Depresor Retractor Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Pectoralis Major
- Equipment
- Rollball
- Body Part
- Chest
- Primary Muscle
- Pectoralis Major
- Secondary Muscles
- Deltoids, Biceps Brachii
- Intensity
- low
- Category
- stretching
- Skill Level
- beginner
- Estimated Calories
- 2
- Alternate Names
- Shoulder Flexor Stretch
How to: Rollball Seated Single Leg Shoulder Flexor Depresor Retractor
- Sit on the rollball with your feet firmly on the ground.
- Extend one leg out in front of you while keeping the other leg bent.
- With both hands, reach back and stretch your arms overhead, feeling a stretch in your chest.
- Hold the position for 15-30 seconds and switch legs.
Common Mistakes
- Arching the back instead of keeping it straight.
- Holding your breath during the stretch.
- Not engaging core muscles to support the torso.
Modifications
- Perform the stretch seated on a bench if balance is an issue.
- Use a lighter rollball for better control.
Tips
- Ensure that your back is straight to avoid straining spinal muscles.
- Perform the stretch slowly to feel the elongation in the chest area.
- Keep your shoulders down and away from your ears throughout the exercise.
Rollball Seated Single Leg Shoulder Flexor Depresor Retractor Alternatives
Tags
chest
shoulders
flexibility
stretching
beginner
rollball