Standing Phelps Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Pectoralis Major
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Back, Chest, Shoulders
- Primary Muscle
- Pectoralis Major
- Secondary Muscles
- Trapezius, Rhomboids, Deltoids
- Intensity
- low
- Category
- stretching
- Skill Level
- beginner
- Estimated Calories
- 2
- Alternate Names
- Phelps Stretch
How to: Standing Phelps
- Stand tall with your feet shoulder-width apart.
- Extend your arms out to the side, creating a 'T' shape.
- Rotate your shoulders back and down while lifting your arms slightly.
- Engage your core and hold the position, feeling the stretch across your chest and shoulders.
- Return to the starting position and repeat as desired.
Common Mistakes
- Overextending the neck while stretching.
- Not holding the position long enough to feel a stretch.
Modifications
- Perform the stretch seated if standing is uncomfortable.
- Use a wall for support if balance is an issue.
Tips
- Keep your back straight and shoulders down during the stretch.
- Hold each stretch for at least 15-30 seconds.
Standing Phelps Alternatives
Tags
stretching
chest
shoulders
back
flexibility
beginner